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MSO70000C Series Mixed Signal OscilloscopesDSA70000C/D Series Digital Signal AnalyzersDPO70000C/D Series Digital Phosphor OscilloscopesDPO7000C Series Digital Phosphor OscilloscopesMSO5000 and DPO5000 Series OscilloscopesZZZ

User Manual

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MSO70000C Series Mixed Signal OscilloscopesDSA70000C/D Series Digital Signal AnalyzersDPO70000C/D Series Digital Phosphor OscilloscopesDPO7000C Series Digital Phosphor OscilloscopesMSO5000 and DPO5000 Series OscilloscopesZZZ

User Manual

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This document supports firmware version 6.7

Revision A

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Contacting Tektronix

Tektronix, Inc.14150 SW Karl Braun DriveP.O. Box 500Beaverton, OR 97077USA

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Warranty

Tektronix warrants that this product will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date ofshipment. If any such product proves defective during this warranty period, Tektronix, at its option, either will repair the defectiveproduct without charge for parts and labor, or will provide a replacement in exchange for the defective product. Parts, modules andreplacement products used by Tektronix for warranty work may be new or reconditioned to like new performance. All replacedparts, modules and products become the property of Tektronix.

In order to obtain service under this warranty, Customer must notify Tektronix of the defect before the expiration of the warranty periodand make suitable arrangements for the performance of service. Customer shall be responsible for packaging and shipping thedefective product to the service center designated by Tektronix, with shipping charges prepaid. Tektronix shall pay for the return of theproduct to Customer if the shipment is to a location within the country in which the Tektronix service center is located. Customer shallbe responsible for paying all shipping charges, duties, taxes, and any other charges for products returned to any other locations.

This warranty shall not apply to any defect, failure or damage caused by improper use or improper or inadequate maintenance andcare. Tektronix shall not be obligated to furnish service under this warranty a) to repair damage resulting from attempts by personnelother than Tektronix representatives to install, repair or service the product; b) to repair damage resulting from improper use orconnection to incompatible equipment; c) to repair any damage or malfunction caused by the use of non-Tektronix supplies; ord) to service a product that has been modified or integrated with other products when the effect of such modification or integrationincreases the time or difficulty of servicing the product.

THIS WARRANTY IS GIVEN BY TEKTRONIX WITH RESPECT TO THE PRODUCT IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER WARRANTIES,EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. TEKTRONIX AND ITS VENDORS DISCLAIM ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY ORFITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. TEKTRONIX' RESPONSIBILITY TO REPAIR OR REPLACE DEFECTIVE PRODUCTSIS THE SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY PROVIDED TO THE CUSTOMER FOR BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY. TEKTRONIXAND ITS VENDORS WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGESIRRESPECTIVE OF WHETHER TEKTRONIX OR THE VENDOR HAS ADVANCE NOTICE OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCHDAMAGES.

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Table of Contents

Table of Contents

General safety summary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vCompliance information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vii

EMC compliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . viiSafety compliance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ixEnvironmental considerations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xi

Preface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xiiKey features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xiiDocumentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xivConventions used in this manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xiv

Install your instrument . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1Standard accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1Operating requirements. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2Preventing ESD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5Powering on the instrument. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6Powering off the instrument. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8Removing the power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9Securing the oscilloscope. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10Connecting to a network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10Adding a second monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11Operating system restore . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14Installing the MSO5000 and DPO5000 hard drive. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Getting acquainted with your instrument . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16Front panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16Side and rear panels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18Interface and display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21Control panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23Accessing online help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26Accessing menus and control windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Inspect your instrument . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28Verify internal diagnostics pass. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Acquisition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29Signal path compensation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29Setting up analog signal input . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31Using Default Setup. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33Using Autoset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34Probe compensation and deskew . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35Acquisition concepts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35How the acquisition modes work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38Changing the acquisition mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39Starting and stopping an acquisition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40Selecting the horizontal mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40Using FastAcq. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

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Using DSP enhanced bandwidth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44Setting the Termination Voltage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46Using Roll Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47Setting up digital signal input . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48Setting up digital channels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49Setting up a bus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50When and why to turn on MagniVu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56Using MagniVu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56Viewing analog characteristics of digital waveforms. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57Using FastFrame mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59Using FastFrame frame finder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62Using TekLink and MultiScope trigger. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64

Pinpoint triggers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . 68Triggering concepts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68Choosing a trigger type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70Trigger selections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72Checking trigger status . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74Using a (Main) and b (Delayed) triggers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75Triggering with B-Event Scan. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78Triggering on a parallel bus. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81Triggering on a serial bus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84Triggering using Visual Triggers (Visual Triggering) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85Setting up Action on Event. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87Sending E-Mail on Trigger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88Setting up E-Mail on Event . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89Using horizontal delay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91

Display a waveform. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92Setting the Display Style . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92Setting the Display Persistence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93Setting the Display Format. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94Selecting the Waveform Interpolation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95Adding Screen Text . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96Setting the Graticule Style . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97Setting the Trigger Level Marker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98Displaying the Date and Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98Using the Color Palettes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99Setting reference waveform colors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100Setting Math Waveform Colors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100Using MultiView Zoom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100Zooming in multiple areas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102Lock and Scroll zoomed waveforms. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104Hide waveforms in the zoomed window. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105Using Wave Inspector to manage long record length waveforms. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106Searching and marking waveforms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108Using a visual search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116

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Analyzing waveforms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117Taking automatic measurements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117Automated measurement selections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119Customizing an automatic measurement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122Taking cursor measurements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126Setting up a histogram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128Using math waveforms. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130Using Spectral Analysis. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133Using the Serial Error Detector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136Using mask testing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142Using limit testing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145

MyScope . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147Creating a new MyScope control window. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147Using MyScope control windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151

Saving and recalling information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153Saving screen captures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153Saving waveforms. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154Recalling waveforms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156Saving digital waveforms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 157Saving instrument setups . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 158Recalling instrument setups . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 159Saving measurements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160Saving user masks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 161Saving histogram data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 162Saving timestamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163Copying your results to the clipboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164Printing a hard copy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 166

Run application software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 167Application examples . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 169

Capturing intermittent anomalies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 169Using the extended desktop and OpenChoice architecture for efficient documentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 172Triggering on buses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 174Triggering on a video signal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 176Correlating data between a Tektronix oscilloscope and logic analyzer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 178

Appendix A. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 179Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 179

Appendix B. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 180Obtaining the latest oscilloscope application and version releases. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 180

Appendix C. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 181TPP0500 and TPP1000 500 MHz and 1 GHz 10X passive probes instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 181Operating information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 181Connecting the probe to the oscilloscope . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 181Compensating the probe. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 182Standard accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 182Optional accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 184

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Table of Contents

Replacing the probe tip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 184

Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 184

Performance graphs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 185

Safety summary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 186

Appendix D. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 188

P6616 General-Purpose Logic Probe instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 188

Product description. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 188

Connecting the probe to the oscilloscope . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 189

Connecting the probe to your circuit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 190

Functional check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 190

Typical application. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 191

Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 191

Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 192

Safety summary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 193

Safety terms and symbols in this manual. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 193

Contacting Tektronix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 194

Warranty information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 194

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General safety summary


Review the following safety precautions to avoid injury and prevent damage to this product or any products connected to it.

To avoid potential hazards, use this product only as specified.

Only qualified personnel should perform service procedures.

While using this product, you may need to access other parts of a larger system. Read the safety sections of the othercomponent manuals for warnings and cautions related to operating the system.

To avoid fire or personal injury

Use proper power cord. Use only the power cord specified for this product and certified for the country of use.

Connect and disconnect properly. Do not connect or disconnect probes or test leads while they are connectedto a voltage source.

Ground the product. This product is grounded through the grounding conductor of the power cord. To avoid electricshock, the grounding conductor must be connected to earth ground. Before making connections to the input or outputterminals of the product, ensure that the product is properly grounded.

Observe all terminal ratings. To avoid fire or shock hazard, observe all ratings and markings on the product. Consult theproduct manual for further ratings information before making connections to the product.

Connect the probe reference lead to earth ground only.

Power disconnect. The power cord disconnects the product from the power source. Do not block the power cord; itmust remain accessible to the user at all times.

Do not operate without covers. Do not operate this product with covers or panels removed.

Do not operate with suspected failures. If you suspect that there is damage to this product, have it inspected byqualified service personnel.

Avoid exposed circuitry. Do not touch exposed connections and components when power is present.

Do not operate in wet/damp conditions.

Do not operate in an explosive atmosphere.

Keep product surfaces clean and dry.

Provide proper ventilation. Refer to the manual's installation instructions for details on installing the product so it hasproper ventilation.

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Terms in this manual

These terms may appear in this manual:

WARNING. Warning statements identify conditions or practices that could result in injury or loss of life.

CAUTION. Caution statements identify conditions or practices that could result in damage to this product or other property.

Symbols and terms on the product

These terms may appear on the product:

DANGER indicates an injury hazard immediately accessible as you read the marking.

WARNING indicates an injury hazard not immediately accessible as you read the marking.

CAUTION indicates a hazard to property including the product.

The following symbol(s) may appear on the product:

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Compliance information


This section lists the EMC (electromagnetic compliance), safety, and environmental standards with which the instrumentcomplies.

EMC complianceEC declaration of conformity – EMC

Meets intent of Directive 2004/108/EC for Electromagnetic Compatibility. Compliance was demonstrated to the followingspecifications as listed in the Official Journal of the European Communities:

EN 61326-1:2006, EN 61326-2-1:2006. EMC requirements for electrical equipment for measurement, control, andlaboratory use. 1 2 3

CISPR 11:2003. Radiated and conducted emissions, Group 1, Class A

IEC 61000-4-2:2001. Electrostatic discharge immunity

IEC 61000-4-3:2002. RF electromagnetic field immunity 4

IEC 61000-4-4:2004. Electrical fast transient/burst immunity

IEC 61000-4-5:2001. Power line surge immunity

IEC 61000-4-6:2003. Conducted RF immunity 4

IEC 61000-4-11:2004. Voltage dips and interruptions immunity 5

EN 61000-3-2:2006. AC power line harmonic emissions

EN 61000-3-3:1995. Voltage changes, fluctuations, and flicker

European contact.Tektronix UK, Ltd.Western PeninsulaWestern RoadBracknell, RG12 1RFUnited Kingdom

1 This product is intended for use in nonresidential areas only. Use in residential areas may cause electromagnetic interference.

2 Emissions which exceed the levels required by this standard may occur when this equipment is connected to a test object.

3 If interconnect cables are used, they must be low–EMI shielded cables such as the following Tektronix part numbers or theirequivalents: 012-0991-01, 012-0991-02 or 012-0991-03 GPIB Cable; 012-1213-00 (or CA part number 0294-9) RS-232 Cable;012-1214–00 Centronics Cable; or LCOM part number CTL3VGAMM-5 VGA Cable. Use an 012-0482-00 cable for the Ref Out connector.

4 The performance criterion for when the oscilloscope is subjected to the continuously present electromagnetic phenomenon:MSO70000C, DSA70000C/D, DPO70000C/D, and DPO7000: 10 mV/division to 1 V/division: ≤0.4 division waveform displacement or≤0.8 division increase in peak–to–peak noise.MSO5000 and DPO5000: ≤4.0 division waveform displacement or ≤8.0 division increase in peak–to–peak noise.

5 Performance Criterion C applied at the 70%/25 cycle Voltage-Dip and the 0%/250 cycle Voltage-Interruption test levels (IEC61000-4-11). If the instrument powers down upon a voltage dip or interruption it will take longer than ten seconds to reboot.

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Australia / New Zealand declaration of Conformity – EMC

Complies with the EMC provision of the Radiocommunications Act per the following standard, in accordance with ACMA:

CISPR 11:2003. Radiated and Conducted Emissions, Group 1, Class A, in accordance with EN 61326-1:2006 andEN 61326-2-1:2006.

Australia / New Zealand contact.

Baker & McKenzieLevel 27, AMP Centre50 Bridge StreetSydney NSW 2000, Australia

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Safety complianceEC declaration of conformity – low voltage

Compliance was demonstrated to the following specification as listed in the Official Journal of the European Communities:

Low Voltage Directive 2006/95/EC.

EN 61010-1: 2001. Safety requirements for electrical equipment for measurement control and laboratory use.

U.S. nationally recognized testing laboratory listing

UL 61010-1:2004, 2nd Edition. Standard for electrical measuring and test equipment.

Canadian certification

CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 61010-1:2004. Safety requirements for electrical equipment for measurement, control, andlaboratory use. Part 1.

Additional compliances

IEC 61010-1: 2001. Safety requirements for electrical equipment for measurement, control, and laboratory use.

Equipment type

Test and measuring equipment.

Safety class

Class 1 – grounded product.

Pollution degree description

A measure of the contaminants that could occur in the environment around and within a product. Typically the internalenvironment inside a product is considered to be the same as the external. Products should be used only in the environmentfor which they are rated.

Pollution Degree 1. No pollution or only dry, nonconductive pollution occurs. Products in this category are generallyencapsulated, hermetically sealed, or located in clean rooms.

Pollution Degree 2. Normally only dry, nonconductive pollution occurs. Occasionally a temporary conductivity that iscaused by condensation must be expected. This location is a typical office/home environment. Temporary condensationoccurs only when the product is out of service.

Pollution Degree 3. Conductive pollution, or dry, nonconductive pollution that becomes conductive due to condensation.These are sheltered locations where neither temperature nor humidity is controlled. The area is protected from directsunshine, rain, or direct wind.

Pollution Degree 4. Pollution that generates persistent conductivity through conductive dust, rain, or snow. Typicaloutdoor locations.

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Pollution degree

Pollution Degree 2 (as defined in IEC 61010-1). Note: Rated for indoor use only.

Installation (Overvoltage) category descriptions

Terminals on this product may have different installation (overvoltage) category designations. The installation categories are:

Measurement Category IV. For measurements performed at the source of low-voltage installation.

Measurement Category III. For measurements performed in the building installation.

Measurement Category II. For measurements performed on circuits directly connected to the low-voltage installation.

Measurement Category I. For measurements performed on circuits not directly connected to MAINS.

Overvoltage category

Mains: Overvoltage Category II

Measurement inputs:

MSO5000, DPO5000, and DPO7000C instruments in 50 Ohm mode and MSO70000C, DSA70000C/D, and DPO70000C/Dinstruments are CAT 1 with no impulse allowed.

DPO7000C instruments are CAT 1 in 1 Meg-Ohm mode.

MSO5000 and DPO5000 instruments are CAT II in 1 Meg-Ohm mode.

(As defined in IEC 61010-1)

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Environmental considerationsThis section provides information about the environmental impact of the product.

Product End-of-Life handling

Observe the following guidelines when recycling an instrument or component:

Equipment recycling. Production of this equipment required the extraction and use of natural resources. The equipmentmay contain substances that could be harmful to the environment or human health if improperly handled at the product’send of life. To avoid release of such substances into the environment and to reduce the use of natural resources, weencourage you to recycle this product in an appropriate system that will ensure that most of the materials are reusedor recycled appropriately.

This symbol indicates that this product complies with the applicable European Union requirements accordingto Directives 2002/96/EC and 2006/66/EC on waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE) andbatteries. For information about recycling options, check the Support/Service section of the Tektronix Website (www.tektronix.com).

Mercury notification1. This product uses an LCD backlight lamp that contains mercury. Disposal may be regulated dueto environmental considerations. Please contact your local authorities or, within the United States, refer to the E-cyclingCentral Web page (www.eiae.org) for disposal or recycling information.

1 This notification does not apply to MSO5000 and DPO5000 instruments. MSO5000 and DPO5000 instruments use an LED backlightthat does not contain mercury.

Perchlorate materials. This product contains one or more type CR lithium batteries. According to the stateof California, CR lithium batteries are classified as perchlorate materials and require special handling. Seewww.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate for additional information.

Restriction of hazardous substances

This product is classified as an industrial monitoring and control instrument, and is not required to comply with the substancerestrictions of the recast RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU until July 22, 2017.

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Preface

Preface

This manual describes the installation and operation of DSA/DPO7000D. Series, MSO/DSA/DPO70000C Series, DPO7000CSeries, and MSO/DPO5000 Series instruments. Basic operations and concepts are presented in this manual. For moredetailed information see the online help on your instrument. The following instruments are supported by this manual:

DPO73304D and DSA73304D

DPO72504D and DSA72504D

DPO72004C, DSA72004C and MSO72004C






DPO7354C

DPO7254C

DPO7104C

DPO7054C

MSO5204 and DPO5204

MSO5104 and DPO5104

MSO5054 and DPO5054

MSO5034 and DPO5034

Key featuresDSA70000D, DPO70000D, MSO70000C, DSA70000C, DPO70000C, DPO7000C, MSO5000, and DPO5000 Seriesinstruments can help you verify, debug, and characterize electronic designs. Key features include:

33 GHz bandwidth and 100 GS/s real time sampling rate on 2 analog channels, DSA73304D and DPO73304D

25 GHz bandwidth and 100 GS/s real time sampling rate on 2 analog channels, DSA72504D and DPO72504D

20 GHz bandwidth and 100 GS/s real time sampling rate on 2 analog channels, MSO72004C, DSA72004C, andDPO72004C

16 GHz bandwidth and 100 GS/s real time sampling rate on 2 analog channels, MSO71604C, DSA71604C, andDPO71604C

12.5 GHz bandwidth and 100 GS/s real time sampling rate on 2 analog channels, MSO71254C, DSA71254C, andDPO71254C

8 GHz bandwidth and 25 GS/s real time sampling rate on analog channels, DPO70804C, DSA70804C, and MSO70804C


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3.5 GHz bandwidth and 10 GS/s real time sampling rate on all channels, 40 GS/s on 1 channel, DPO7354C

2.5 GHz bandwidth and 10 GS/s real time sampling rate on all channels, 40 GS/s on 1 channel, DPO7254C

1 GHz bandwidth and 5 GS/s (10 GS/s optional) real time sampling rate on all channels, 20 GS/s (40 GS/s optional)on 1 channel, DPO7104C

500 MHz bandwidth and 5 GS/s real time sampling rate on all channels, 20 GS/s on 1 channel, DPO7054C

2 GHz bandwidth and 10 GS/s real time sampling rate on 2 analog channels, MSO5204 and DPO5204

1 GHz bandwidth and 10 GS/s real time sampling rate on 2 analog channels, MSO5104 and DPO5104

500 MHz bandwidth and 5 GS/s real time sampling rate on all analog channels, MSO5054 and DPO5054

350 MHz bandwidth and 5 GS/s real time sampling rate on all analog channels, MSO5034 and DPO5034

Enhanced Bandwidth capability that, when enabled, applies Digital Signal Processing (DSP) filters that can extend thebandwidth and flatten the passband. Enhanced Bandwidth provides a matched response across enabled channels whenthey are at maximum sample rate. You can limit the bandwidth down to 500 MHz to optimize the signal to noise ratio.Enhanced bandwidth is extended to the probe tip for some high performance probes and tips.

Record lengths up to 500,000,000 samples, depending on model and option

Up to 1.0% DC vertical gain accuracy, depending on model

Four analog input channels (each with 8-bit resolution when not in Hi-Res mode), auxiliary trigger input and output

Sixteen digital channels available on MSO70000C and MSO5000 Series instruments with an additional clock channelavailable on the MSO70000C

iCapture allows analyzing the analog characteristics of the digital channels on MSO70000C Series instruments

Sample, envelope, peak-detect, high-resolution, waveform database, average, and FastAcq acquisition modes

Full programmability, with an extensive GPIB-command set and a message-based interface

PinPoint triggering with flexible A and B trigger events and logic qualified triggers available on DSA70000D, DSA70000D,MSO70000C, DSA70000C, DPO70000C, and DPO7000C

Complete set of triggers available on MSO5000 and DPO5000 Series instruments

Selectable trigger position correction to more accurately place the trigger and reduce jitter

Serial triggering on industry standards, serial pattern triggering, and pattern lock triggering are available on somemodels or options.

Digital trigger available on MSO70000C and MSO5000 Series instruments

Visual triggering

Powerful built-in measurement capability, including histograms, automatic measurements, eye pattern measurementsand measurement statistics

Mathematically combine waveforms to create waveforms that support your data-analysis task. Use arbitrary filters inmath equations. Use spectral analysis to analyze waveforms in the frequency domain.

A large 12.1 inch (307.3 mm) [10.4 inch (264 mm) MSO5000 and DPO5000] high resolution XGA color display thatsupports color grading of waveform data to show sample density. Display 10 divisions both horizontally and vertically.

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Wave Inspector controls for managing long record length, with zoom and pan, play and pause, and search and markavailable on MSO5000 and DPO5000

MagniVu 60.6 ps resolution, high-speed digital sampling rate on MSO5000

MultiView Zoom to view and compare up to four zoom areas at a time. Lock and manually or automatically scroll up tofour zoom areas. You can control the visibility of waveforms inside the zoom window

Automatically search and mark events of interest on your waveform

Automatic DDR analysis using the DDR Memory Technology Analysis option

Customizable MyScope control windows

Ability to control sample rate and record length separately from horizontal scale

An intuitive, graphical user interface (UI), with online help that is built in and available on screen

Internal, removable disk storage

Wide array of probing solutions

DocumentationReview the following for the location of different types of information available for this product.

To read about Use these documents

Installation and Operation (overviews) User Manual. Provides general operating information.

In-Depth Operation and User Interface Help Online Help. Provides detailed instructions for using instrument functions.Access online help from the Help button or Help menu for information oncontrols and elements on screen. (See page 26, Accessing online help.)

Programmer Commands Programmer guide (on the documentation browser or available on-line atwww.tektronix.com/manuals). Includes the syntax of the GPIB commands.

Service Information Service manual (on the documentation browser or available on-line atwww.tektronix.com/manuals).

Conventions used in this manualThe following icons are used throughout this manual.

SequenceStep

Front panelpower

Connectpower

Network PS-2 SVGA USB

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Install your instrument


Unpack the instrument and check that you received all items listed as Standard Accessories. Recommended accessories,probes, instrument options, and upgrades are listed in the online help. Check the Tektronix Web site (www.tektronix.com)for the most current information.

Standard accessoriesAccessory Tektronix part number

DSA70000D, DPO70000D, MSO70000C, DSA70000C, DPO70000C,DPO7000C, MSO5000, and DPO5000 Series Digital PhosphorOscilloscopes User Manual

071-2980-xx

High Performance Oscilloscopes Best Practices User Manual, MSO70000C,DSA70000C/D, DPO70000C/D, and DPO7000C series

071-2989-xx

Product Software DVD, MSO70000C, DSA70000C/D, DPO70000C/D, andDPO7000C series

020-3079-xx

Operating System Restore DVD,DSA70000D, DPO70000D Series:MSO70000C, DSA70000C, DPO70000C, and DPO7000C Series: 020-3111-xx

020-3110-xx

Online Help (part of the product software) —

Performance Verification (on the documentation browser) 077-0063-xx

Programmer Online Guide (on the documentation browser) 077-0010-xx

NIST, Z540-1, and ISO9000 Calibration Certificate —

One TekConnect adapter, ≥4 GHz models only TCA-BNC

Four TekConnect adapters, MSO/DSA/DPO70000C models only TCA-292MM

Four TekConnect adapters, DSA/DPO73304D andDSA/DPO72504D modelsonly

TCA-292D

One 16-channel digital probe with accessory kit, MSO5000 models only P6616

One passive probe per channel, MSO5204, MSO5104, DPO5204, andDPO5104

TPP1000

One passive probe per channel, MSO5054, MSO5034, DPO5054, andDPO5034

TPP0500

Touchscreen stylus, MSO5000 and DPO5000 119-6107-xx

NI SignalExpress software, MSO5000 and DPO5000 063-4253-xx

Keyboard, ≥4 GHz models only 119-7083-xx

Mouse, optical 119-7054-xx

DVI to VGA adapter, MSO70000C, DSA70000C/D, DPO70000C/D, andDPO7000C series

887–4187–00

Front Cover, MSO5000 and DPO5000

All other models

200-5052-xx

200-4963-xx

Wrist Strap, ≥4 GHz models only 006-3415-05

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Accessory Tektronix part number

Accessory Pouch

≥4 GHz models

DPO7000C models

MSO5000 and DPO5000 models

016-1441-xx

016-1966-xx

016-2029-xx


One of the following: MSO5000and DPO5000 models

DPO7000Cmodels

≥4 GHzmodels

North America (Option A0) 161-0348-00 161-0104-00 161-0213-00

Universal Euro (Option A1) 161-0343-00 161-0104-06 161-0209-00

United Kingdom (Option A2) 161-0344-00 161-0104-07 161-0210-00

Australia (Option A3) 161-0346-00 161-0104-14 161-0211-01

North America 240 V (Option A4) — 161-0104-08 —

Switzerland (Option A5) 161-0347-00 161-0167-00 161-0212-00

Japan (Option A6) 161-0342-00 161-A005-00 161-0213-00

China (Option A10) 161-0341-00 161-0306-00 161-0352-00

India (Option A11) 161-0349-00 161-0324-00 161-0325-00

Brazil (Option A12) 161-0356-00 161-0356-00 161-0358-00

Power Cord

No power cord or AC adapter (Option A99) — — —

Operating requirementsDSA70000D, DPO70000D, MSO70000C, DSA70000C, DPO70000C, and DPO7000C

1. Place the instrument on a cart or bench.The instrument should rest on its bottomor rear feet. An optional rack mountingkit is available. Observe the followingclearance requirements and dimensions:

<4 GHz Models ≥4 GHz Models

Top: 0 in (0 mm) 0 in (0 mm)

Left and right side: 0 in (0 mm) on right side3 in (76 mm) on left side

3 in (76 mm)

Bottom: 0 in (0 mm) standing on feet, flipstands down

0 in (0 mm) standing on feet, flipstands down

Rear: 0 in (0 mm) on rear feet 0 in (0 mm) on rear feet

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2. Width: 17.96 inches (456 mm) 17.75 inches (451 mm)

3. Height: 10.9 inches (277 mm) 11.48 inches (292 mm)

4. Before operating the instrument, verifythe ambient temperature:

5 °C to +45 °C (+41 °F to +113 °F) 5 °C to +45 °C (+41 °F to +113 °F)

5. Verify the operating humidity: 8% to 80% relative humidity witha maximum wet-bulb temperatureof +29 °C (+84 °F) at or below+45 °C (+113 °F), noncondensing

Upper limit derated to 30% relativehumidity at +45 °C (+113 °F)

8% to 80% relative humidity at upto +32 °C (+90 °F)

5% to 45% relative humidity above+32 °C (+90 °F) up to +45 °C(+113 °F), noncondensing, andis limited by a maximum wet-bulbtemperature of +29.4 °C (+85 °F)(derates relative humidity to 32%at +45 °C (+113 °F))

6. Verify the operating altitude: <4 GHz models: 3,000 m(9,843 feet)

≥4 GHz models: 3,000 m(9,843 feet), derate maximumoperating temperature by 1 °Cper 300 meters (984.25 feet)above 1500 meters (4921.25 feet)altitude.

7. Maximum input voltage, <4 GHz models:

50 Ω

1 MΩ

5 VRMS, with peaks ≤±24 V.

150 V, derate at 20 dB/decade to 9 VRMS above 200 kHz. The maximuminput voltage at the BNC, between center conductor and ground is400 V peak. The RMS voltage is limited to <150 V for arbitrary waveshapesincluding DC. The maximum pulse width for impulses with peaks over150 V is 50 μs. Example: At 0 V to 400 V peak, rectangular wave, the dutyfactor is 14%. The maximum transient withstand voltage is ±800 V peak.

Maximum input voltage, 4 GHz to 20 GHzmodels:

50 Ω <1 VRMS for <1 V/FS settings and < 5.5 VRMS for ≥1 V/FS settings.

Maximum input voltage, > 20 GHz models:

50 Ω ±600 mV centered on the offset voltage (±4.6 V maximum).±1.5 V relative to the termination bias (30 mA maximum).

Maximum nondestructive input voltage tologic probes, MSO70000 Series:

±15 V

CAUTION. For proper cooling, keep the bottom and sides of the instrument clear of obstructions.



MSO5000 and DPO5000

1. Place the instrument on a cart or bench.The instrument should rest on its bottomor rear feet. An optional rack mountingkit is available. Observe the followingclearance requirements and dimensions:

Rear: 2 in (50.8 mm)

Left side: 2 in (50.8 mm)

2. Width: 17.3 inches (439 mm)

3. Height: 9.2 inches (233 mm) including feet

10.7 inches (272 mm) including vertical handle and feet

4. Before operating the instrument, verifythe ambient temperature:

5 °C to +50 °C (+41 °F to +131 °F)

5. Verify the operating humidity: High: 40 °C to 50 °C (104 °F to 122 °F), 10% to 60% relative humidity

Low: 0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F), 10% to 90% relative humidity

6. Verify the operating altitude: 3,000 m (9,843 feet)

7. Maximum input voltage:

50 Ω input impedance

1 MΩ input impedance

5 VRMS, with peaks ≤±20 V (DF ≤6.25%).

300 VRMS with peaks ≤±425 V at the BNC.

For <100 mV/div derate at 20 dB/decade above 100 kHz to 30 VRMS at1 MHz, 10 dB/decade above 1 MHz.

For ≥100 mV/div derate at 20 dB/decade above 3 MHz to 30 VRMS at30 MHz, 10 dB/decade above 30 MHz.

Maximum nondestructive input voltage tologic probes:

±42 V

CAUTION. For proper cooling, keep the back and left side of the instrument clear of obstructions.



Preventing ESD

CAUTION. A direct electrostatic discharge can damage the instrument input. To learn how to avoid this damage, readthe following information.

Electrostatic discharge (ESD) is a concern when handling any electronic equipment. The instrument is designed withrobust ESD protection, however it is still possible that large discharges of static electricity directly into the signal inputmay damage the instrument. To avoid damage to the instrument, use the following techniques to prevent electrostaticdischarge to the instrument.

1. Discharge the static voltage from yourbody by wearing a grounded antistaticwrist strap while connecting anddisconnecting cables and TekConnectadapters. The instrument provides afront panel connection for this purpose.

2. A cable that is left unconnected ona bench can develop a large staticcharge. Discharge the static voltagefrom all cables before connecting themto the instrument or device under testby momentarily grounding the centerconductor of the cable, or by connectinga 50 Ω termination to one end, beforeattaching the cable to the instrument.



Powering on the instrumentPower supply requirements

Source voltage and frequency Power consumption

MSO70000C, DSA70000C/D, and DPO70000C/D Series:

100–240 VRMS ±10%, 50–60 Hzor 115 VRMS ±10%, 400 Hz. CAT II

≤1200 VA

DPO7000C Series:

100–240 VRMS ±10%, 47–63 Hzor 115 VRMS ±10%, 400 Hz

550 Watts maximum

MSO5000 and DPO5000 Series:

100–240 VRMS ±10% 50–60 Hz115 V 440 Hz

275 Watts maximum



DPO7000C Series

DSA/DPO70000D and MSO/DSA/DPO70000C Series

MSO5000 and DPO5000 Series



Powering off the instrument

DSA/DPO70000D, MSO/DSA/DPO70000C, and DPO7000C Series




Removing the power

DPO7000C Series





Securing the oscilloscope

1. Use a standard laptop computer-stylesecurity lock to secure your oscilloscopeto your location.


Connecting to a network

Connect your instrument to a network forprinting, file sharing, internet access, andother functions. Consult with your networkadministrator and use the standard Windowsutilities to configure the instrument for yournetwork.

Use the Remote Desktop Connection ofWindows to control and view the instrumentremotely.



Adding a second monitorYou can operate the instrument while using Windows and installed applications on an external monitor. Follow the procedurebelow to set up a dual monitor configuration.

DSA/DPO70000D, MSO70000C, DSA70000C, and DPO70000C Series

1. Turn power off.

2. Connect second monitor. If using a VGAmonitor, use a DVI to VGA adapter.

3. Connect keyboard.

4. Connect mouse.

5. Turn instrument power on.

6. Turn monitor power on.

MSO70000C, DSA70000C, and DPO70000C Series



DPO7000C models

1. Turn off power.

2. Connect second monitor.


4. Connect mouse.

5. Turn on instrument power.

6. Turn on monitor power.

DPO7000C Series




1. Turn off power.

2. Connect second monitor.


4. Connect mouse.

5. Turn on instrument power.

6. Turn on monitor power.




Operating system restoreIf your instrument shipped with an operating system restore DVD and you need to restore the operating system, you canuse the procedure that came with the DVD.

The instrument contains an operating system restore file on a separate partition of the hard drive.

The preferred method to restore the instrument operating system is to use the hard disk restore file.

CAUTION. Using the restore process reformats the hard drive and reinstalls the operating system. All saved data is lost. Ifpossible, save important files to external media before performing a system restore.

1. Restart the instrument. During the boot-up process you will see the following message at the top of the screen: StartingAcronis Loader... press F5 for Acronis Startup Recovery Manager

NOTE. To successfully complete the system restore, you must use the Windows version of the Acronis software. Using ageneric MAC keyboard starts the DOS version of the Acronis software. Do not use a MAC keyboard.

2. Repeatedly press the F5 key until the Acronis True Image Tool opens. There is a 15-second time period from when themessage appears until the instrument proceeds with the normal instrument startup. If the instrument does not open theAcronis application, power off the instrument, then power on the instrument and try again.

3. Click Restore.

4. In the Confirmation dialog box, click Yes to restore the instrument operating system, or No to exit the restore process.The restore process takes approximately 30 minutes; the actual time depends on the instrument configuration.



Installing the MSO5000 and DPO5000 hard drive

CAUTION. Inserting the hard driveassembly upside down could damage theinstrument.

1. Verify that the instrument is off.

2. Insert the hard drive into the instrumentwith the drive assembly chassis facingup.

3. Secure the drive assembly using thethumb screw.

4. Install the cover.


Getting acquainted with your instrument


Front panelDSA/DPO70000D, MSO/DSA/DPO70000C, and DPO7000C

1. DVD/CD-RW drive

2. Front panel controls



3. USB port

4. Ground terminal

5. Recovered data output (not available onDPO7104 and DPO7054)

6. Recovered clock output (not available onDPO7104 and DPO7054)

7. Probe compensation output

8. Probe calibration output

9. Channel 1–4 input

10. Auxiliary Trigger input

11. Fast Edge output

12. DC Probe Cal output

13. Logic probe input

14. Ground terminal through a 1 MΩ resistor

DPO7000C Series

DSA70000C and DPO70000C Series

MSO70000C Series

DSA70000D and DPO70000D Series


1. Front panel controls

2. Ground terminal

3. Probe compensation output

4. Auxiliary Trigger input

5. Channel 1–4 inputs

6. Logic probe input

7. USB ports




Side and rear panelsDSA/DPO70000D and MSO/DSA/DPO70000C

1. Removable hard disk drive

2. PS-2 connector for mouse

3. USB host ports

4. Passive eSATA Port

5. RJ-45 LAN connector to connect tonetwork

6. TekLink connector

7. GPIB port to connect to controller

8. Line Out connector for speaker

NOTE. Some instruments may haveadditional audio connectors.

9. Mic connector for microphone

10. DVI-I Video port

11. COM 1 and COM 2 serial ports

12. PS-2 connector for keyboard

13. Auxiliary output

14. Reference output

15. External reference input




DPO7000C






6. USB host ports

7. DVI-1 Video port

8. COM 1 and COM 2 serial ports

9. Printer connection

10. Oscilloscope Only XGA Out video port toconnect a monitor

11. Removable hard disk drive

12. GPIB port to connect to controller


14. Channel 3 output


DPO7000C Series



MSO5000 and DPO5000

1. Line In connector



4. Video port to connect a monitor



7. USB host ports


9. USB Device port

10. Probe Power input, use 119-7465-xxpower supply



13. Security lock input

14. AC Power input

15. Removable hard disk drive cover

16. Ground connection




To use PS-2 devices, they must be plugged in before you power on the instrument. PS-2 devices must not be hot swapped.

Interface and displayThe menu bar mode provides access to commands that control all of the instrument features and functions. The toolbar modeprovides access to the most common features.

1. Menu Bar: Access to data I/O, printing,online help, and instrument functions

2. Buttons/Menu: Click to toggle betweentoolbar and menu bar modes and tocustomize your toolbar

3. Multipurpose Knob Readouts: Adjustand display parameters controlled by themultipurpose knobs

4. Display: Live, reference, math, digital,and bus waveforms display here, withcursors

5. Waveform Handle: Click and drag tochange vertical position of a waveformor bus. Click the handle and change theposition and scale using the multipurposeknobs.

6. Controls Status: Quick reference tovertical selections, scale, offset, andparameters

7. Readouts: Display cursor andmeasurement readouts in this area.Measurements are selectable from themenu bar or toolbar. If a control windowis displayed, some combinations ofreadouts move to the graticule area.

WARNING. If there is vertical clipping, there may be a dangerous voltage on the probe tip, but the readout will indicate a lowvoltage. A symbol appears in the measurement readout if a vertical clipping condition exists. Automatic amplitude-relatedmeasurements where the signal is vertically clipped produce inaccurate results. Clipping also causes inaccurate amplitudevalues in waveforms that are stored or exported for use in other programs. If a math waveform is clipped, it will not affectamplitude measurements on that math waveform.

8. Status: Display of acquisition status, mode, and number of acquisitions; trigger status; date; time; and quick referenceto record length and horizontal parameters



1. Buttons/Menu: Click to toggle betweentoolbar and menu bar modes and tocustomize the toolbar

2. Drag cursors to measure waveforms onscreen

3. Drag the position icons to reposition awaveform

4. Click the icon to assign the multipurposeknobs to waveform vertical position andscale

5. Drag across the waveform area to createa box for zooming, enabling/disablinghistograms, gating measurements, andadding and controlling visual triggerareas

6. Drag icon to change the trigger level



Control panelDSA/DPO70000D, MSO7/DSA/DPO70000C, and DPO7000C

1. Push to automatically set up the vertical,horizontal, and trigger controls based onselected channels.

2. Push to return settings to default values.

3. Push to make a hard copy or save ascreen capture.

4. Push to turn on MultiView Zoom and adda magnified graticule to the display.

5. Horizontally scale, position, delay, andset record length (resolution) of allwaveforms.

6. Use to start and stop acquisition, start asingle acquisition sequence, clear data,or start fast acquisitions.

7. Use to set the trigger parameters. PushAdvanced to display additional triggerfunctions. The Arm, Ready, and Trig'Dlights show the acquisition status.

8. Turn to adjust waveform intensity.

9. Turn to adjust parameters selected fromthe screen interface. Push to togglebetween normal and fine adjustment.

10. Push to turn cursors on or off.

11. Use to search and mark waveforms.

12. Push to turn the touch screen on and off.

13. Turn channel displays on and off.Vertically scale, position, or offset thewaveform. Toggle between position andoffset.

On MSO70000 Series instruments, turnon digital channels using the Digital> Digital Setup menu. (See page 48,Setting up digital signal input.)



MSO5000 and DPO5000

1. Turn to adjust parameters selected fromthe screen interface. Push Fine to selectfine adjustment, push Coarse to selectcoarse adjustment.

2. Push to turn cursors on or off.

3. Push to adjust waveform intensity usinga Multipurpose knob.

4. Push to turn on MultiView Zoom and adda magnified graticule to the display.

5. Push to perform automatedmeasurements, search throughan acquisition for user-definedevents/criteria, or start or stop fastacquisitions.

6. Horizontally scale, position, and set thehorizontal and acquisition parameters ofall waveforms.

7. Turn the inner zoom knob to control thezoom factor. Turn the outer pan knobto scroll the zoom window through theacquired waveform. Push the play-pausebutton to start or stop the automaticpanning of a waveform. Control thespeed and direction with the pan knob.

8. Use to start and stop acquisition or starta single acquisition sequence.

9. Use to search and mark waveforms, toestablish or delete a waveform mark, orto jump to the previous or next waveformmark.

10. Push to automatically set up the vertical,horizontal, and trigger controls based onselected channels.

11. Use to set the trigger parameters.Push Menu to display additional triggerfunctions.



12. Turn channel displays on and off.Vertically scale or position the waveform.

On MSO5000 Series instruments, turn ondigital channels by pushing the D15–D0button or using the Digital > Digital Setupmenu. (See page 48, Setting up digitalsignal input.)

13. Push to turn the touch screen on and off.

14. Push to display the math, reference, bus,or vertical setup menus.

15. Push to turn off a displayed menu.

16. Push to access the digital setup menu(MSO5000 Series only).

17. Push to clear data.

18. Push to return settings to default values.

19. Push to save and recall setups,waveforms, and screen images.

20. Push to make a hard copy or save ascreen capture.



Accessing online helpIn-depth information is available in the online help on all the features of your instrument.

To access context-sensitive help on theactive window, select Help > Help onWindow... or press F1.

1. To access any topic in the help system,select Help > Contents and Index....

2. Use the Contents, Index, Search, orFavorites tab to select the topic, andthen click Display.

To navigate within the help system:

Click a button in a help window tonavigate between the Overview andspecific topics.

Click the Minimize button in the helpwindow to move help out of the way soyou can operate the instrument.

Click Alt and Tab to see the last helptopic again.



Accessing menus and control windowsAccess menus and control windows using the following techniques:

Click a menu, and then select acommand.

For a shortcut menu, right-click anywherein the graticule or on an object. Theshortcut menu is context sensitive andvaries with the area or object where youright-clicked. Some examples are shownin the figure at right.

In the toolbar mode, click a button toquickly access a setup control window.(See page 21.)


Inspect your instrument

Inspect your instrument

Use the following procedures to verify the functionality of your instrument.

Verify internal diagnostics pass

1. Power on the instrument.

2. Select Instrument Diagnostics....

3. Click Run. The test results appear in thediagnostics control window.

4. Verify that all tests pass. If diagnosticfailures occur, contact your localTektronix service personnel.


Acquisition

Acquisition

This section contains concepts of and procedures for using the acquisition system.

Signal path compensationUse this procedure if the temperature has changed more than 5 °C (9 °F) since the last signal path compensation (SPC).Perform the signal path compensation regularly to ensure that your measurements have the highest level of accuracy.Tektronix considers it a best practice to run SPC when using the instrument to measure signals with higher sensitivity(10 mV/div and lower) settings regardless of temperature shift or time since it was last run. Failure to do so may result inthe instrument not meeting warranted performance levels.

1. Prerequisites: instrument powered onfor 20 minutes, and all input signalsremoved.

2. Select Instrument Calibration.

3. When the Temperature Status changesto Ready, click Run SPC to start thecalibration. Calibration may take 10 to15 minutes.


Acquisition

4. If the instrument does not pass,recalibrate the instrument, or have theinstrument serviced by qualified servicepersonnel.

NOTE. To always show the SPC status iconor display a warning when SPC has notbeen run in more than a month, click thecorresponding check box.

5. If the SPC needed icon is red, perform asignal path compensation.


Acquisition

Setting up analog signal inputUse front-panel buttons to set up your instrument to acquire the signal.

1. Connect the probe to the input signal source.

CAUTION. To prevent damage to the instrument, always wear an antistatic wrist strap when making connections to theinstrument and observe the maximum input voltage ratings for input connectors.

DSA/DPO70000D and MSO/DSA/DPO70000C Series DPO7000C Series


2. Select the input channel by pushing the front-panel buttons to toggle the channels on and off.


DSA/DPO70000D, MSO/DSA/DPO70000C, and DPO7000CSeries


Acquisition

3. Push Autoset.

4. Adjust the vertical position, scale, and offset using the front-panel knobs.

MSO5000 and DPO5000 Series DSA/DPO70000D, MSO/DSA/DPO70000C, and DPO7000CSeries

5. Adjust the horizontal position and scale using the front-panel knobs.

The horizontal position determines the number of pretrigger and posttrigger samples.

MSO5000 and DPO5000 Series DSA/DPO70000D, MSO/DSA/DPO70000C, and DPO7000CSeries


Acquisition

Using Default Setup

1. To quickly return to the factory default settings, pushDEFAULT SETUP.

DSA/DPO70000D, MSO/DSA/DPO70000C, and DPO7000CSeries



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Using AutosetUse Autoset to quickly and automatically set up the instrument (acquisition, horizontal, trigger, and vertical) based on thecharacteristics of the input signal. Autoset makes adjustments to the signal such that the waveform displays two or threecycles with the trigger level near the midlevel.

1. Connect the probe, and then select theinput channel. (See page 31, Setting upanalog signal input.)

2. Push the AUTOSET button to executean Autoset.



3. Click Undo to undo the last Autoset.Parameters that are not affected byAutoset retain their settings.

Quick tips

Autoset automatically sets up the analog channels.

On instruments with iCapture, autoset automatically sets up the iCapture channels.


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To position the waveform appropriately, Autoset may change the vertical position. Autoset may also adjust vertical offset.

If you use Autoset when one or more channels are displayed, the instrument selects the lowest numbered channel forhorizontal scaling and triggering. You can individually control the vertical scaling of each channel.

If you use Autoset when no channels are displayed, the instrument turns on channel one (Ch 1) and scales it.

Close Autoset Undo control window by clicking the X. After Autoset Undo closes, you can still undo the last Autoset byselecting the Undo Last Autoset command from the Edit menu.

Stop the Autoset Undo control window from opening automatically by changing the User Preferences in the Utilities menu.

Probe compensation and deskewTo optimize measurement accuracy, see the instrument online help to perform the following procedures:

Compensate passive probes

Compensate active probes

Deskew input channels

Acquisition conceptsAcquisition hardware

Before a signal is displayed, it must pass through the input channel where it is scaled and digitized. Each channel has adedicated input amplifier and digitizer. Each channel produces a stream of digital data from which the instrument extractswaveform records.

Sampling process

Acquisition is the process of sampling ananalog signal, converting it into digital data,and assembling it into a waveform record,which is then stored in acquisition memory.

Real-Time sampling

In real-time sampling, the instrument digitizesall of the points it acquires using one triggerevent. Use real-time sampling to capturesingle-shot or transient events.


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Interpolated Real-Time sampling

In interpolated real-time sampling, theinstrument digitizes all of the points itacquires using one trigger event. If theinstrument cannot acquire enough samplesfor a complete waveform at the maximumreal-time sample rate, it interpolates. Useinterpolated real-time sampling to capturesingle-shot or transient events.

Equivalent-Time sampling

The instrument uses equivalent-timesampling to extend its sample rate beyondits real-time maximum sampling rate.Equivalent-time sampling is only used ifEquivalent Time is selected and the timebase is set to a sampling rate that is too fastto create a waveform record using real-timesampling.

The instrument makes multiple acquisitionsof a repetitive waveform to obtain the sampledensity required for one complete waveformrecord. Thus, equivalent time samplingshould only be used with repetitive signals.


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Waveform record

The instrument builds the waveform recordthrough use of the following parameters:

Sample interval: The time betweensample points.

Record length: The number of samplesrequired to fill a waveform record.

Trigger point: The zero time reference ina waveform record.

Horizontal position: When horizontaldelay is off, the horizontal position isa percentage of the waveform recordbetween 0 and 99.9 percent. The triggerpoint and the horizontal reference are atthe same time in the waveform record.For example, if the horizontal position is50 percent, then the trigger point is in themiddle of the waveform record. Whenhorizontal delay is on, the time from thetrigger point to the horizontal referenceis the horizontal delay.

Interpolation

Your instrument can interpolate between the samples it acquires when it does not have all of the actual samples it needs to fillthe waveform record. Linear interpolation computes record points between actual acquired samples by using a straight line fit.

Sin(x)/x interpolation computes record points using a curve fit between the actual values acquired. Sin(x)/x interpolationis the default interpolation mode because it requires fewer actual sample points than linear interpolation to accuratelyrepresent the waveform.


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How the acquisition modes workSample mode retains the first sampled pointfrom each acquisition interval. Sample is thedefault mode.

Peak Detect mode uses the highest andlowest of all the samples contained in twoconsecutive acquisition intervals. This modeonly works with real-time, noninterpolatedsampling and is useful for catching highfrequency glitches.

Hi Res mode calculates the averageof all the samples for each acquisitioninterval. Hi-Res provides a higher-resolution,lower-bandwidth waveform.

Envelope mode finds the highest andlowest record points over many acquisitions.Envelope uses Peak Detect for eachindividual acquisition.

Average mode calculates the average valuefor each record point over many acquisitions.Average uses Sample mode for eachindividual acquisition. Use average mode toreduce random noise.

Waveform Database mode is athree-dimensional accumulation of sourcewaveform data over several acquisitions. Inaddition to amplitude and timing information,the database includes a count of the numberof times a specific waveform point (time andamplitude) was acquired.


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Changing the acquisition modeUse this procedure to change the acquisition mode.

1. Select Horiz/Acq > Acquisition Mode.

2. To select an acquisition mode, do oneof the following:

Select an acquisition mode directlyfrom the menu.

Click Mode..., and then select anacquisition mode.

3. For Average or Envelope acquisitionmodes, click the # of Wfms control, andthen set the number of waveforms withthe multipurpose knob. For WfmDBmode, click the Samples control, andthen set the number of samples with themultipurpose knob.

Quick tip

Click the keypad icon to set the number of waveforms or samples.


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Starting and stopping an acquisitionAfter the channels that you want to acquire are selected, use the following procedure.

1. Push the front-panel RUN/STOP buttonto start the acquisition.

2. Push the RUN/STOP button again tostop the acquisition.

3. To take a single acquisition, push theSingle button. DSA/DPO70000D, MSO/DSA/DPO70000C, and DPO7000C Series


Selecting the horizontal modeYour instrument has three horizontal modes. Automatic is the default mode. Select the horizontal mode that works bestfor your test setup.

To set the horizontal mode, select Horiz/Acq> Horizontal/Acquisition Setup to displaythe horizontal control window. Choose oneof the modes described below.

In Automatic mode you can set the Scale andSample Rate. Record length is a dependentvariable. If changing the scale would causethe record length to exceed the RecordLength Limit, the sample rate is decreasedto the next available setting.

If the sampling mode is real time andthe sample rate is at the real time limit,attempting to increase the sample rate hasno effect.


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To set the Record Length Limit, click RecordLength Limit and set the limit using thebuttons or keypad. The default maximumlimit depends on your instrument model andrecord length option.

In Constant Sample Rate mode you canset the Sample Rate and Scale. Thedefault sample rate ensures bandwidth filteroperation. Record length is a dependentvariable. The maximum record lengthdepends on your instrument model andrecord length option.

The front-panel resolution knob changes thesample rate in both automatic and constantsample rate modes.


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In Manual mode you can set the SampleRate and Record Length. Horizontal Scaleis a dependent variable calculated from thesample rate and record length.

The Horizontal Scale knob changes recordlength in manual mode.

All three modes interact with sample rate,scale, and record length as shown. Thehorizontal line is the maximum real-timesample rate. Each staircase shows that asyou increase the scale, the sample rate mustdecrease when either the maximum recordlength or the record length limit you set isreached. Manual mode uses the maximumrecord length.

Automatic and Constant Sample Ratemodes are identical. However, ConstantSample Rate mode keeps the sample rateconstant at a rate that guarantees bandwidthenhancement filters are used.

Quick tips

Digital sample rate and resolution are dependent variables, and are controlled by the analog sample rate selection.


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Using FastAcqFast acquisition mode reduces the dead time between waveform acquisitions, enabling the capture and display of transientevents such as glitches or runt pulses. Fast acquisition mode can also display waveform phenomena at an intensity thatreflects their rate-of-occurrence.

1. Push FastAcq.



2. Find glitches, transients, or other randomevents.

When you have identified an anomaly,set the trigger system up to look for it.(See page 169, Capturing intermittentanomalies.)

Quick tips

Digital channels and buses are not available in FastAcq mode.

To optimize for capturing details or rare events, select Horiz/Acq > Horizontal/Acquisition Setup > Acquisition> FastAcq, and then select Optimize For Capturing Details or Capturing rare events.


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Using DSP enhanced bandwidthIf your instrument has the enhanced bandwidth feature, use the DSP (digital signal processing) enhanced bandwidth formore accurate rise time measurements, to extend the bandwidth, and flatten the passband at the full sample rate. Theenhanced bandwidth provides a matched response across enabled channels so you can perform channel-to-channelcomparison and differential measurements.

1. Push AUTOSET to set the horizontal,vertical, and trigger controls or set thecontrols manually.



2. Select Vertical > BandwidthEnhanced....


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3. Click Digital Filters (DSP) Enabled toturn the enhanced bandwidth on. Youmust set the sample rate correctly toenable DSP.

4. To force a constant sample rate thatenables DSP filters, check ForceConstant Sample Rate.

NOTE. If not already set, selecting ConstantSample rate sets the horizontal mode toconstant sample rate, sets the sample rateto allow DSP, and selects a DSP bandwidth.

5. Select the desired bandwidth from theBandwidth list.

The available bandwidth selectionsdepend on your instrument, probe, andprobe tip.

Selecting Analog Only selects ahardware (HW) bandwidth.

6. To apply your selections to all channels,check Apply To All Channels.

When different probing makes itimpossible for the instrument to set allchannels the same, the instrument setseach channel to the closest bandwidthvalue possible.

The bandwidth indicator appears in thevertical readout when the enhancedbandwidth is turned on.

Quick tips

Right click the waveform handle to display a menu where you can select the channel bandwidth and other bandwidthenhanced settings.

The DSP enhanced bandwidth occurs at maximum sample rate.

Use the DSP enhanced bandwidth when your signals have rise times less than 50 ps.

Select Analog Only for higher waveform throughput, overdriven signals, and when you prefer to use your own DSPpost-processing.

You can limit the instrument bandwidth by selecting Vertical > Bandwidth Limit and then selecting the bandwidth.


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Setting the Termination VoltageTermination voltage adjustment is only available on DPO/DSA70000D models.

Oscilloscope inputs have traditionally been terminated to ground. The signals being measured often are not groundreferenced. Pulling signals to ground can impair measurement results or potentially damage the DUT.

The instrument delivers a variable termination voltage up to ±3.4 volts to the device under test (DUT), and supports a largeoffset range. This allows you to adjust the oscilloscope to mirror the conditions and behavior of the DUT, and measurehigh-speed signals in an environment similar to the one in which they operate.

Using the combination of termination voltage and offset to center the oscilloscope reference point in the operating range ofthe DUT maximizes the available dynamic range and minimizes the noise of the measurement system.

To set the termination voltage of a channel, do these steps:

1. Select Vertical > Vertical Setup.

2. Click in the Termination Voltage field. Setthe termination voltage using the keypador multipurpose knobs.


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Using Roll ModeRoll mode gives a display similar to a strip chart recorder for low-frequency signals. Roll mode displays acquired data pointswithout waiting for the acquisition of a complete waveform record.

1. Select Horiz/Acq >Horizontal/Acquisition Setup....

2. If not selected, click the Acquisition tab.Click Auto to turn on Roll mode.

NOTE. Roll mode requires Sample, PeakDetect, or Hi Res acquisition mode.

3. To stop acquisitions in Roll mode:

If you are not in Single Sequence,push RUN/STOP to stop Roll mode.

If you are in Single Sequence, Rollmode acquisitions stop automaticallywhen a complete record is acquired. DSA/DPO70000D, MSO/DSA/DPO70000C, and DPO7000C Series


Quick tips

Switching to Envelope, Average, or WfmDB acquisition mode will turn off Roll mode.

Roll mode is disabled when you set the horizontal scale to 50 ms per division or faster.


Acquisition

Setting up digital signal inputUse Digital setup menus to set up the digital channels to acquire signals. Digital channels are available only on MSO70000Cand MSO5000 Series instruments and DPO5000 Series instruments with option MSOE installed.

1. Connect the logic probe to the instrument.

2. Connect the probe to the input signalsources.

CAUTION. To prevent damage to theinstrument always wear an antistatic wriststrap when making connections to theinstrument and observe the maximum inputvoltage ratings for input connectors.

MSO70000C Series


3. Set up digital channels and buses usingthe Digital menus.

(See page 49, Setting up digital channels.)and (See page 50, Setting up a bus.)


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Setting up digital channelsYou can set a digital channel threshold, size, position and label on MSO70000C and MSO5000 Series instruments andDPO5000 Series instruments with option MSOE installed.

1. Select Digital > Digital Setup.

2. Select the D7 - D0 or D15 - D8 tab forthe digital channels you want to set up.

3. Click a digital channel button to togglethe display of the digital channel on or off.

4. Click Threshold or Position and adjustthem using the keyboard or multipurposeknobs. Or, set the threshold of all 16channels by entering a Global Thresholdvalue and clicking Apply.


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5. To change the displayed vertical size ofall digital channels, click Size and selectthe display size from the list.

6. To change a digital channel label, clickthe label and enter a new label using thekeyboard.

Setting up a busYou can set up serial (optional) and parallel buses.

1. Select Vertical > Bus Setup or, on someinstruments, Digital > Bus Setup.

2. Select the Config tab.


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3. Scroll to, and then select the bus to setup.

4. To toggle the display of the bus on or off,click the Bus button.

5. To change the default label of the bus,click Label and enter a new label usingthe keyboard.

6. To change the displayed position of thebus, click Bus Position and use thekeyboard or multipurpose knob to entera new bus position.

7. To select the bus type, click Bus TypeSerial or Parallel.

You can set up each bus type.

(See page 52, Set up a serial bus.) or (Seepage 53, Set up a parallel bus.)

Quick tips

Position a bus or waveform by clicking on the bus or waveform handle and dragging the handle to the desired position.


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Set up a serial bus

You can set serial (optional) bus parameters. You can use digital channels in bus definitions on MSO Series instruments only.

1. To set up a serial bus, select Bus TypeSerial and select the type of serial busfrom the drop-down list.Each bus type has its own collection ofparameters that you set up. Set up otherbus types as appropriate for the selectedbus.

See the online help for additional help settingup a bus.

2. To select the input for the displayedcomponents of the bus, click thecomponent Input and select from thedisplayed list.

3. To set an input threshold, double clickThreshold and enter the threshold usingthe keypad.

NOTE. To set thresholds independentlywhen they are currently shared, go to Trig >A Event (Main) Trigger Setup and changeSettings to Independent.

4. To select the polarity for the displayedcomponents of the bus, click thecomponent Polarity and select from thedisplayed list.

Quick tips

To use a custom serial decoder, see the online help.


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Set up a parallel bus

You can set parallel bus parameters. You can use digital channels in bus definitions on MSO Series instruments only.

1. To set up a parallel bus, select Bus TypeParallel.

See the online help for additional helpsetting up a bus.

2. To add sources to the bus, click the AddSources Select button.

3. Click the button for each channel youwant in the bus. The order of the parallelbus is determined by the order in whichyou select the channels. Digital channelsare available as sources only on MSOSeries instruments.

4. Click the OK button.


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5. To move a channel within the bus, scrollto and select the channel you want tomove, and then click the up or downarrow buttons.

6. To remove a channel within the bus,scroll to and select the channel you wantto remove, and then click the Removebutton.

7. To set channel thresholds, click theThresholds Setup button.

8. For each threshold you want to set,double click the channel Threshold, andenter the threshold using the keypad ormultipurpose knobs.

9. When the desired thresholds have beenset, click the OK button.

10. To set all channels to the same threshold,double click Digital Threshold and usethe keypad to enter a threshold. Thenclick Apply.

11. On MSO70000/C instruments, to set theclock source and polarity, double click theitem and select from the displayed list.To set the clock level, double click theClock Level, and enter the level using thekeypad or multipurpose knobs.


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Set up bus display

You can set the bus style and decoding. You can use digital channels in bus definitions on MSO Series instruments only.

1. Select Digital > Bus Setup.

2. Select the Display tab.

3. To select the bus, scroll to display thebus, and then select the bus.

4. To select the bus style and decoding,click the desired bus style and decodingbuttons.

5. If using a symbol table, check UseSymbol. Click Browse and browse tothe symbol table file.

For some buses other settings areavailable. Set the other settings asappropriate for your bus.



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When and why to turn on MagniVuFor the MSO5000 Series, MagniVu gives you higher resolution to accurately determine edge placement. This helps youmake precise timing measurements on digital edges. You can see up to 32 times more detail than with normal digitalchannel sampling.

The MagniVu record is acquired in parallel to the main digital acquisition and is available at any time, running or stopped.MagniVu provides an ultra high resolution view of your data sampled at a maximum resolution of 60.6 ps for 10,000 pointscentered around the trigger.

NOTE. MagniVu centers itself around the trigger point. If you turn MagniVu on while using a large record length and you arelooking somewhere other than the trigger point, then the digital signal may be off screen. In most of these cases, you can findthe digital record by looking for the digital signal in the upper overview and panning accordingly.

Using MagniVu

1. Push D15 – D0.

2. Select Digital > MagniVu to toggle MagniVuOn.

Quick tips

If you think you need more timing resolution, turn on MagniVu to increase the resolution.

MagniVu is always acquired. If the oscilloscope is in a stopped state, turn on MagniVu and still get the resolutionwithout taking another acquisition.


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Viewing analog characteristics of digital waveformsiCapture allows you to view the analog characteristics of digital channel signals. Additional measurement capabilities areavailable while viewing the analog characteristics of a waveform. iCapture is available on MSO70000C Series instruments.

1. Select Vertical > Vertical Setup.

2. Press the Digital Input iCapture button.

3. Click Digital Source and select a digitalchannel to send through the analoginput.


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4. To set channel thresholds used whenconverting an analog waveform to digitalformat for inclusion in a bus, click theLogic Properties button.

5. To choose whether to share thresholdsettings or have independent thresholdsettings, click Channel Settings andselect Shared or Independent from thelist.

6. For each threshold you want to set, clickthe channel threshold. Set the thresholdusing the keypad or multipurpose knobs.

7. When the required thresholds have beenset, click the OK button.


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Using FastFrame modeFastFrame allows you to capture many trigger events as single records in a larger record, and then view and measureeach record individually. Time Stamps display the absolute trigger time for a specific frame and the relative time betweentriggers of two specified frames.

1. Push AUTOSET to set the horizontal,vertical, and trigger controls or set thecontrols manually.



2. Select Horiz/Acq > FastFrame Setup....


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3. Push FastFrame to toggle it On.

4. Select Frame Size and # of EventsFrames. Then use the multipurposeknobs to set each one. Number offrames represents the number of triggerevents that are captured. Frame size isthe number of samples that are storedwith each trigger event (or frame). Thenumber of frames is reduced if thereis insufficient memory to store all therecords. The shorter the frame length,the more frames you can acquire.

5. Use the Frame Viewing controls to selectthe frame that you want to view.

6. To view multiple frames superimposedover each other, select Overlay.

7. Use the Time Stamps controls to selectthe source for, and frame number of, thereference frame. The reference frameis the starting point when measuring therelative time between two frames.

Quick tips

Digital channels and buses are not available in FastFrame mode.

Use FastFrame when you want to preserve the data associated with each trigger event for further analysis or visualinspections.

Use FastFrame when you want to capture multiple events that have long dead times between them that are of nointerest to you.


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Multiple frames are best viewed with the Normal, Green, or Gray color palettes because the dark blue selected framemay be hard to distinguish if you use Temp or Spectral.

If you select an Average Summary Frame, you can set Math functions (Averaging) to apply to All Frames or have itapply to Only the Summary Frame. If the summary data is of primary interest, selecting Summary Frame Only cansubstantially improve system throughput.


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Using FastFrame frame finderFrame finder allows you to find a FastFrame frame that is different from other frames.

1. Select the source of the FastFrameframes.

2. Set the Search Range by entering theFrom Frame # and the To Frame #.

3. Push Run/Stop to stop acquisitions.



4. Push Start to start the search.


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Frame Finder searches for and displays adifferent frame.

5. If the anomaly you are looking for is notin the displayed frame, push No. FrameFinder searches for another differentframe.

6. If the anomaly you are looking for is inthe displayed frame, push Yes.

7. If you are done searching, push Stop.

8. Push Run/Stop to restart acquisitions.

DSA\DPO70000D, MSO/DSA/DPO70000C, and DPO7000C Series



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Using TekLink and MultiScope triggerTo get more than 4 channels associated with a single trigger event, get more than 4 channels looking for a problem on achannel, or build a big AND gate with more than 4 inputs, use TekLink.

NOTE. When using MultiScope Trigger, the B Triggers are not available. TekLink and MultiScope Trigger are not availableon DPO7000, MSO5000, and DPO5000 Series instruments.

Link 2 instruments

1. Connect two instruments using a TekLinkcable.

2. TekLink connection status is displayed inthe horizontal readout.

3. Select Trig > A Event (Main) TriggerSetup....


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4. Select the MultiScope Trigger tab.

5. Enable MultiScope Triggering byselecting Enable MultiScope Triggering(with TekLink).

6. Select Sends Trigger to enable theinstrument to trigger both instruments inthe instrument-instrument setup. Theother instrument is automatically set toreceive the trigger.

If not using a hub, all trigger types areavailable on the instrument supplying thetrigger.

7. To calibrate the MultiScope Trigger,press the Align button.

Link multiple instruments

Two or more instruments are connected using a TekLink Hub.

1. Connect two or more instruments usinga TekLink hub and cables.

2. TekLink connection status is displayed inthe horizontal readout.


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4. Select the MultiScope Trigger tab.

5. Enable MultiScope Triggering byselecting Enable MultiScope Triggering(with TekLink).

6. Select Contribute to enable theinstrument to supply a trigger in theTekLink setup. The other instruments areautomatically set to receive the trigger.

7. Select AND or select OR to combine allcontributed triggers before triggering allinstruments in the TekLink setup.

AND triggering with a hub works withedge and pattern trigger types.

OR triggering with a hub works with alltrigger types.

8. To align the MultiScope Trigger, pressthe Align button.


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9. If you want the instrument to scanthe TekLink network to see whichinstruments are connected to the TekLinknetwork, press the Refresh button.

10. When MultiScope triggering is enabled,it displays in the trigger readout.


Pinpoint triggers

Pinpoint triggers

The Pinpoint trigger system comes with advanced trigger types that are usable on both A and B triggers, and it can reset thetrigger sequence if the B event does not occur after a specific number of events or a specific time. Pinpoint triggers supportcapture of events based on the most complex trigger event or sequence of trigger events.Only a portion of the Pinpoint trigger functionality is available on MSO5000 and DPO5000 instruments.

This section contains concepts and procedures for using the trigger system.

Triggering conceptsTrigger event

The trigger event establishes the time-zero point in the waveform record. All waveform record data are located in time withrespect to that point. The instrument continuously acquires and retains enough sample points to fill the pretrigger part of thewaveform record. When a trigger event occurs, the instrument starts acquiring samples to build the posttrigger part of thewaveform record (displayed after, or to the right of, the trigger event). Once a trigger is recognized, the instrument will notaccept another trigger until the acquisition is complete and the holdoff time has expired.

Trigger modes

The trigger mode determines how the instrument behaves in the absence of a trigger event:

Normal trigger mode enables the instrument to acquire a waveform only when it is triggered. If no trigger occurs, the lastwaveform record acquired remains on the display. If no last waveform exists, no waveform is displayed.

Auto trigger mode enables the instrument to acquire a waveform even if a trigger does not occur. Auto mode uses a timerthat starts after a trigger event occurs. If another trigger event is not detected before the timer times out, the instrumentforces a trigger. The length of time it waits for a trigger event depends on the time base setting.

Auto mode, when forcing triggers in the absence of valid triggering events, does not synchronize the waveform on thedisplay. The waveform will appear to roll across the screen. If valid triggers occur, the display will become stable.

In edge-trigger mode, force the instrument to trigger by pushing the Force Trigger button on the Trigger Setup control window.

Select the trigger mode in the Trig > Mode menu. For more information, see the instrument online help.

Trigger holdoff

Trigger holdoff can help stabilize triggering, by extending the period in which further trigger recognition is suppressed afterinitiating an acquisition. Such an extension can help the system skip over the remaining events of a recurring burst of events,and thus always trigger on the first event in each burst. Adjust holdoff to obtain stable triggering when the instrument istriggering on undesired trigger events.

Set the trigger holdoff in the Trig > Holdoff menu. For more information, see the instrument online help.


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Trigger coupling

Trigger coupling determines what part of the signal is passed to the trigger circuit. Edge triggering can use all availablecoupling types: AC, DC, Low Frequency Rejection, High Frequency Rejection, and Noise Rejection. All other trigger typesuse DC coupling only. Your instrument may not offer all coupling types.

Select the trigger coupling in the Trig > A Event (Main) Trigger Setup menu. For more information, see the instrumentonline help.

Horizontal position

Horizontal position defines where the trigger occurs on the waveform record. It lets you choose how much the instrumentacquires before and after the trigger event. The part of the record that occurs before the trigger is the pretrigger part. Thepart that occurs after the trigger is the posttrigger part.

Pretrigger data is valuable when troubleshooting. For example, if you are trying to find the cause of an unwanted glitchin your test circuit, trigger on the glitch and make the pretrigger period large enough to capture data before the glitch.By analyzing what happens before the glitch, you may uncover information that helps you find the source of the glitch.Alternatively, to see what is happening in your system as a result of the trigger event, make the posttrigger period largeenough to capture data after the trigger.

Slope and level

The slope control determines whether the instrument finds the trigger point on the rising or the falling edge of a signal. Thelevel control determines where on that edge the trigger point occurs.

Delayed trigger system

You can trigger with the A (Main) trigger system alone or combine the A (Main) trigger with the B (Delayed) trigger totrigger on sequential events. When using sequential triggering, the A trigger event arms the trigger system, and the Btrigger event triggers the instrument when the B trigger conditions are met. A and B triggers can (and typically do) haveseparate sources. The B trigger condition is based on a time delay or a specified number of events. (See page 75, Using a(Main) and b (Delayed) triggers.)


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Choosing a trigger type

Your instrument allows you to modify basic trigger parameters from the front panel or set up more advanced triggers inthe Trigger Setup control window.

NOTE. Some trigger type selections are not available on some instruments.

1. Select Trig > Edge Setup.

2. Set the source, slope, coupling, andmode using the setup menu.


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3. To select one of the other trigger types,select a trigger type directly from the Trigmenu.

4. Complete the trigger setup using thecontrols displayed for the trigger type.The controls to set up the trigger varydepending on the trigger type, instrumentmodel, and options.


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Trigger selectionsTrigger Type Trigger Conditions

Edge Trigger on a rising or falling edge, as defined by the slope control. Coupling choicesare DC, AC, LF Reject, HF Reject, and Noise Reject.

Glitch Trigger on a pulse narrower (or wider) than the specified width or ignore glitchesnarrower (or wider) than the specified width.

Width Trigger on pulses that are inside or outside a specified time range. Can triggeron positive or negative pulses.

Runt Trigger on a pulse amplitude that crosses one threshold but fails to cross a secondthreshold before recrossing the first. Can detect positive or negative runts, or onlythose wider than a specified width. These pulses can also be qualified by the logicalstate of other channels.

Window Trigger when the input signal rises above an upper threshold level or falls below alower threshold level. Trigger the instrument as the signal is entering or leaving thethreshold window. Qualify the trigger event in terms of time by using the TriggerWhen Wider option, or by the logical state of other channels using the Trigger WhenLogic option.

Timeout Trigger when no pulse is detected within a specified time.

Transition Trigger on pulse edges that traverse between two thresholds at faster or slower ratesthan the specified time. The pulse edges can be positive or negative.

Serial Trigger on 64-bit serial pattern at data rates up to 1.25 Gb/s (<4 GHz models) and1 to 4 8b10b symbols at data rates up to 3.125 Gb/s (≥4 GHz models only) or6.25 Gb/s (≥4 GHz B models). Lock on a pseudo-random bit sequence. RequiresOption PTM or PTH. This mode includes clock recovery. Push the Push to Set50% knob to reinitialize clock recovery.

Pattern Lock automatically finds and locks on a long repeating pseudo-randombit sequence (PRBS). This lock means that the instrument knows the bit length ofthe pseudo-random bit sequence and can predict when the cycle repeats. PatternLock enables the instrument to take samples at specific locations in a data patternwith outstanding time base accuracy.

Pattern Trigger when logic inputs cause the selected function to become True or False. Youcan also specify that the logic conditions must be satisfied for a specific amount oftime before triggering.

State Trigger when all of the logic inputs to the selected logic function cause the function tobe True or False when the clock input changes state.

Setup/ Hold Trigger when a logic input changes state inside the setup and hold times relative tothe clock. The mode triggers on a setup and hold violation.

Comm Trigger with mask testing on communications codes and standards (analog channelsonly). The controls work together to define the parameters for the trigger event(available with Option MTM or MTH on some instruments). This mode includes clockrecovery. Push the Push to Set 50% knob to reinitialize clock recovery.

Bus Trigger on components (such as a specified address) of a bus that you define.With some instruments and options, trigger types include parallel, SPI, RS-232,USB, and I2C triggers.


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Trigger Type Trigger Conditions

Video Trigger on specified fields or lines of a composite video signal (DPO7000C,MSO5000, and DPO5000 Series only). Only composite signal formats are supported.

CAN Trigger on CAN Bus signals.


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Checking trigger statusCheck the trigger status from the status lights on the front panel or from the readout.

Check the ARM, READY, and TRIG'Dfront-panel controls to determine the triggerstatus.

If TRIG'D is on, the instrument hasrecognized a valid trigger and is fillingthe posttrigger part of the waveform.

If READY is on, the instrument canaccept, and is waiting for, a valid triggerto occur. Pretrigger data has beenacquired.

If ARM is on, the trigger circuitry isfilling the pretrigger part of the waveformrecord.

If both TRIG'D and READY are on,a valid A event trigger has beenrecognized and the instrument is waitingfor a delayed trigger. When a delayedtrigger is recognized, the posttrigger partof the delayed waveform will fill.

If ARM, TRIG'D, and READY are off,acquisitions have stopped.

DSA/DPO70000D, MSO/DSA/DPO70000C, DPO7000C Series

To quickly determine the settings of somekey trigger parameters, check the Triggerreadout at the bottom of the display. Thereadouts differ for edge and the advancedtriggers:

1. A trigger source = Ch1

2. Trigger slope = rising edge

3. Trigger level

4. Time base

5. Check the ARM, READY, and TRIG'Dreadout to determine the trigger status.

6. Check the Auto/Normal readout todetermine the trigger mode.


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Using a (Main) and b (Delayed) triggersYou can use the A Event (Main) trigger for simple signals or combine it with the B Event (Delayed) trigger to capturemore complex signals. After the A Event occurs, the trigger system looks for the B Event before triggering and displayingthe waveform.

A trigger


2. Set the A trigger type and source in theA Event tab.

B trigger (Delayed)

NOTE. B triggers are not available ifMultiScope Trigger is enabled.

3. Choose a function in the A →B Seq tab.

4. Set the trigger delay time or the numberof B events.


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5. Set the B trigger characteristics in the BEvent (Delayed) tab.

6. Select Normal Trigger Mode and AutoHoldoff in the Mode tab.

Trigger on B Event

The A trigger arms the instrument.Posttrigger acquisition starts on the nth Bevent.

B Trigger After Delay Time

The A trigger arms the instrument.Posttrigger acquisition starts on the first Bedge after the trigger delay time.


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Triggering with Reset

You can specify a condition to reset thetrigger system if it occurs before the B triggerevent. When the reset event occurs, thetrigger system stops waiting for the B eventand returns to waiting for the A event.

Triggering with reset is not available onMSO5000 and DPO5000 instruments.

Quick tips

B-trigger delay time and horizontal delay time are independent functions. When you establish a trigger condition usingeither the A trigger alone or the A and B triggers together, you can also use horizontal delay to delay the acquisitionby an additional amount.

Correcting trigger position

Trigger position correction corrects for differences in the data path and the trigger path to more accurately place the triggeron the displayed waveform. Trigger position correction can also use averaging to more accurately place the trigger on noisysignals. To more accurately place edge triggers on the display, perform the following procedure.

1. To more accurately place the triggeron the display, check EnhancedTriggering. To more accurately placethe trigger on noisy signals, also checkOptimized for Noisy Signals.

The Optimized for Noisy Signalsselection is only available if EnhancedTriggering is selected.


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Triggering with B-Event ScanUse A->B Sequence B-Event Scan to create overlapped eye diagrams synchronized or initiated by an A trigger event.

B-Event Scan is not available on MSO5000 and DPO5000 instruments.

Trig on nth Event captures the nth B-Event that occurs after the A-Event for all acquisitions. B-Event Scan automaticallyadvances the B-Event value to capture different portions of the signal.


2. Set the B trigger type and source in theB Event tab.

3. To more accurately place the triggeron the display, check EnhancedTriggering. To more accurately placethe trigger on noisy signals, also checkOptimized for Noisy Signals.


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4. Select Trig on nth Event and B EventScan in the A>B Seq tab.

5. To display the B Event Scan Setupwindow, press B Event Scan > Setup.

6. Set the B Event start value.

7. Set the B Event ending value.

8. Set the number of acquisitions beforethe B Event value is incremented.

9. Select the method that the B Event valueis incremented after the selected numberof acquisitions occur:

Sequential Scan increments by1 until the End Event is reached.When the End Event is reached, theB Event value is reset to the StartEvent value and the process startsover.

Random Scan sets the B Eventvalue to a random value betweenthe Start Event and the End Eventfor each set of Advance Afteracquisitions.

Toggle Between Events togglesthe B Event value between the StartEvent and the End Event for eachset of Advance After acquisitions.


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10. In this example, a DDR3 DQS signal ison Ch 1 and the DQ signal is on Ch 2.The instrument is in Run Mode withDisplay Mode set to Infinite Persistence.The instrument trigger setup was asfollows:

A-Event Window trigger on Ch 1to detect the DDR3 DQS Writecondition.

B-Event Edge trigger on Either slopeon Ch 1 to trigger on the DQS (clock)edges.

A->B Sequence set to Trig on thenth Event.

B Scan Enabled with Start Event= 1, End Event = 8, and Mode =Sequential.

The data eyes are formed by the DQsignal on Ch 2.


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Triggering on a parallel busLocate problems by triggering on a parallel bus. MSO instruments can use digital channels as components of a parallel bus.

1. Set up a parallel bus. (See page 50,Setting up a bus.) Select Trig > A Event(Main) Trigger Setup....

2. Select the A Event tab.


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3. Select the Bus Trigger Type.

4. Select the bus to trigger on.

NOTE. Clocked buses will only appear inthe drop down list if the clock source is setto Ch4.


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5. Click the Edit button to set the patternand format that you want to trigger on.

6. Select the data format.

7. Set the pattern to trigger on using thekeypad.

8. Analyze your waveforms.


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Triggering on a serial bus

Locate problems by triggering on a serial bus. Serial buses are available on MSO70000, MSO5000, and DPO5000 Seriesinstruments. Digital channels can be used in bus definitions on MSO instruments.

1. Set up a serial bus. (See page 50,Setting up a bus.)


3. Select the A Event tab.

4. Select the Bus Trigger Type.


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5. Select the bus.

6. Select the bus signal to trigger on.

7. Depending on your Trigger On choiceand your bus type, make the requiredselections for the bus.


Triggering using Visual Triggers (Visual Triggering)Visual triggering allows you to create trigger conditions directly on the display screen. (Visual Triggers are available as anoption.)

1. Create a visual trigger area by leftclicking and dragging a box on thedisplay. Then select Add Visual Trig Areafrom the menu.

NOTE. This same menu allows you to hideor show all visual trigger areas and togglevisual triggering on and off.


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2. Click the area to enable its handles.Click and drag the area to move it to anew location.Click and drag one of the area handlesto resize the area vertically, horizontally,or both.

3. Right click in the visual trigger areaand select Visual Trigger Area from themenu.

Use the visual trigger menus to edit thetrigger area and set conditions for the visualtrigger.

Refer to online help for detailed informationabout creating and editing visual triggers.

4. From the Trig menu, select Visual TriggerSetup, then double click the VisualTrigger equation.

Refer to online help for detailed informationabout using the Qualification ExpressionEditor.


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Setting up Action on EventAction on Event allows configure the oscilloscope to save a variety of files when a defined event takes place, such as atrigger events, mask test failures, and limit test failures.

1. Select File > Action on Event.

2. Select the event to use.

3. Select the action to take when the eventoccurs. Select Save, Send E-mail, orboth.

Use the Setup button (next to Save) todisplay the Save on Event Setup displayscreen.

Use the Setup button (next to Send E-mail)to display the Send E-mail Setup displayscreen. (See page 89, Setting up E-Mail onEvent.)

4. Enter the location to save the files.

5. Select the event that initiates a save.

6. Select what type of files to save on theevent.

7. Set the file naming convention to use.

8. Set the number of events to save.


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Sending E-Mail on TriggerYou must configure e-mail on event before performing the following procedure. (See page 89, Setting up E-Mail on Event.)


2. Select the Mode tab.

3. Under E-mail on Trigger, click On, andthen click Setup. (See page 89, Settingup E-Mail on Event.)


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Setting up E-Mail on Event

1. Select Utilities > E-mail on Event >Setup....

2. Enter recipients' e-mail address(es).Separate multiple entries with commas.There is a limit of 252 characters in thee-mail address box.

3. Click Config, and then enter the SMTPServer Address. Contact your networkadministrator for the correct address.


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4. Select the event(s) for which you wantto send an e-mail.

5. To include attachments, select the typeof attachment, and then click Settings tospecify the format.

6. Set the maximum message limit ande-mail size. When the maximummessage limit is reached, you must clickReset to send more e-mails on event.

7. To verify that you have set up the e-mailaddresses correctly, send a test-mail byclicking Send.

8. If necessary, click Config to accessthe e-mail configuration dialog box andadjust the configuration.


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Using horizontal delay

Use horizontal delay to acquire waveformdetail in a region that is separated from thetrigger location by a significant interval oftime.

1. Select Horiz/Acq >Horizontal/Acquisition Setup.

2. Push the Delay Mode button to toggledelay mode on.

3. Adjust the delay time with the horizontalPOSITION control, or enter the delaytime in the control window.

4. Adjust the horizontal SCALE to acquirethe detail that you need.

Quick tips

Use MultiView Zoom and Horizontal Delay together to magnify a delayed acquisition.

Toggle Horizontal Delay on and off to quickly compare signal details at two different areas of interest, one near thetrigger location and the other centered at the delay time.


Display a waveform

Display a waveform

This section contains concepts and procedures for displaying a waveform. Detailed information is available in the online help.

Setting the Display StyleTo set the display style select Display >Display Style, and then select one of thefollowing styles:

Displays waveforms withlines drawn betweenrecord points.

Displays waveformrecord points as dots onthe screen.

Displays the actualsamples. Interpolatedpoints are not displayed.


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Setting the Display Persistence

Select Display > Display Persistence, andthen select the type of persistence.

No persistence shows record points forthe current acquisition only. Each newwaveform record replaces the previouslyacquired record for a channel.

Infinite persistence continuouslyaccumulates record points until youchange one of the acquisition displaysettings. Use for displaying points thatmay occur outside the normal acquisitionenvelope.

Variable persistence accumulates recordpoints for a specified time interval.Each record point decays independentlyaccording to the time interval.

Reset persistence clears the persistence.

1. To set the variable persistence time,select Display > Display Persistence >Persistence Controls....

2. Click Variable, Persist Time, and thenuse the multipurpose knobs to set thepersistence time.


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Setting the Display FormatThe instrument can display waveforms in two different formats. Choose the format that best suits your needs.

Select Display > Display Format.

Select YT format to show a signalamplitude as it varies over time.

Select XY format to compare theamplitude of waveform records point bypoint:

The following channels are compared:

Ch 1 (X) and Ch 2 (Y),

Ch 3 (X) and Ch 4 (Y),

Ref 1 (X) and Ref 2 (Y),

Ref 3 (X) and Ref 4 (Y)

Select XYZ format to compare thevoltage levels of the Ch 1 (X) and Ch 2(Y) waveform records point by point asin XY format. The displayed waveformintensity is modulated by the Ch 3(Z) waveform record. XYZ format istriggered. A -5 division signal (includingposition and offset) on Ch 3 producesa blank screen; a +5 division signalproduces full intensity.

Quick tips

XY format is particularly useful for studying phase relationships such as Lissajous Patterns.

XY format is a dot-only display, although it can have persistence. The Vector style selection has no effect when youselect XY format.


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Selecting the Waveform Interpolation

Select Display > Waveform Interpolation,and then select one of the following:

Sin(X)/X interpolation computes recordpoints using a curve fit between theactual samples acquired.

Linear interpolation computes recordpoints between actual acquired samplesby using a straight line fit.

Quick tips

Sin(X)/X interpolation is the default interpolation mode. It requires fewer actual sample points than linear interpolation toaccurately represent the waveform.


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Adding Screen Text

1. Select Display > Screen Text.

2. Enter up to eight independent lines oftext.

3. Click Text Off or On to turn the textdisplay on and off.

4. Click Font or Color to select the font andcolor of the screen text.

5. Click Controls to open the TextProperties control window for positioningof the text on the display.

6. Click Clear to erase the entire text of theselected line.

Quick tips

Click and drag screen text to reposition it on the screen.

You can also label waveforms and buses. (See page 49, Setting up digital channels.) (See page 50, Setting up a bus.)


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Setting the Graticule StyleTo set the graticule style, select Display >Graticule Style, and then select one of thefollowing styles:

Use for quick estimate ofwaveform parameters.

Use for full-screenmeasurements withcursors and automaticreadouts whencross-hairs are notneeded.

Use for making quickestimates of waveformswhile leaving more roomfor automatic readoutsand other data.

Use with automaticreadouts and otherscreen text when displayfeatures are not needed.

Use for NTSC videosignals.

Use for video signalsother than NTSC.


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Setting the Trigger Level Marker

1. Select Display > Objects....

2. Select one of the following:

Short displays a short arrow on theside of the graticule.

Long displays a horizontal lineacross the graticule.

Off turns off the trigger level marker.

Displaying the Date and Time

1. Select Display > Objects....

2. Toggle the display of the date and timeon the graticule. Use the Utilities menuto set the date and time.


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Using the Color Palettes

Select Display > Record View Palette orFastAcq/WfmDB Palette, and then selectone of the following color schemes for thewaveform and graticule:

Normal displays hues and lightnesslevels for best overall viewing. The colorof each channel waveform matches thecolor of the corresponding front-panelvertical knob.

Temperature Grading displays areas ofthe waveform with the highest sampledensity in red shades. The areas oflowest sample density appear in blueshades.

Monochrome Green displays areas ofthe waveform with the highest sampledensity in lighter green shades. Theareas of lowest sample density appearin darker green shades. It most closelyresembles analog oscilloscope displays.

Spectral Grading displays areas ofthe waveform with the highest sampledensity in blue shades. The areas oflowest sample density appear in redshades.

Monochrome Gray displays areas ofthe waveform with the highest sampledensity in lighter gray shades. Theareas of lowest sample density appear indarker gray shades.

User displays the waveform in auser-defined color.

Quick tips

Choose one of the color grading palettes in the Display > Colors control window to see different sample densitiesrepresented in different colors.

There are two color palettes, one for Record View and one for FastAcq/WfmDB.


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Setting reference waveform colors

Select Display > Colors..., and then selectone of the following:

Default uses the default system color forreference waveforms.

Inherit uses the same color for thereference waveform as the originalwaveform.

Setting Math Waveform Colors

Select Display > Colors..., and then selectone of the following:

Default uses the default system color formath waveforms.

Inherit uses the same color for themath waveform as the lowest numberedchannel waveform the math function isbased on.

Quick tips

The default color for math and reference waveforms are different for each waveform.

Using MultiView ZoomUse the MultiView Zoom function to magnify a waveform vertically, horizontally, or in both dimensions. Zoomed waveformscan also be aligned, locked, and automatically scrolled. Scale and Position affect only the display, not the actual waveformdata.

1. If MultiView Zoom is off, push MultiViewZoom to split the screen and add a zoomgraticule.


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2. Push HORIZ or VERT to select whichaxis to magnify in the zoom graticule.Use the multipurpose knobs to adjustscale and position of the magnifiedwaveform.

In this example the main graticule isthe top half of the graticule and thezoomed graticule is the bottom half ofthe graticule.

NOTE. You can hide or display zoomedwaveforms by pressing Show/HideWaveforms and then checking whichzoomed waveforms to display.

3. To adjust the zoom graticule size, selectZoom Graticule Size from either theVertical or Horiz/Acq menus.

4. If MultiView Zoom is on but the readoutsare not attached to the zoom controls,press the MultiView Zoom button toattach the readouts to the zoom controls.Press the MultiView Zoom button againto turn zoom off.

Quick tips

Use the Zoom Setup menu to change the graticule size of the zoomed waveform.

Use Wave Inspector to manage long record length waveforms. (See page 106, Using Wave Inspector to managelong record length waveforms.)


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Zooming in multiple areasWhen you want to view and compare multiple areas of one record at the same time, use the following procedure.

1. Click and drag a box around the area ofthe waveform that you want to zoom.

2. Select Zoom 1 On.

3. Click and drag a box around anotherarea of the waveform that you want tozoom, and then select Zoom 2 On.

4. To adjust the zoomed area horizontally,click the horizontal marker below theZoom box to select the zoomed area.

5. Use the multipurpose knobs to adjustthe horizontal position and factor of theselected zoom area.


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6. To adjust the zoomed area vertically,select Vertical > Zoom Setup...,click a vertical field, and then use themultipurpose knobs to adjust the VerticalPosition and Factor.

Quick tips

To clear the zoom area, click Position Factor Reset from the Zoom Setup control window.

Turn each zoom display on and off from the Zoom Setup control window.

Push the MultiView Zoom button once or twice to toggle all zoom displays on and off.

To reposition the zoomed area horizontally, click and drag the horizontal marker at the bottom of the zoom box.

Use Wave Inspector to manage long record length waveforms. (See page 106, Using Wave Inspector to managelong record length waveforms.)


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Lock and Scroll zoomed waveforms

1. To use Lock and Scroll select ZoomSetup... from either the Vertical orHoriz/Acq menu, and then select theLock and Scroll tab.

2. To scroll a single zoomed area, select aZoom 1-4 check box, and then click anAuto Scroll button.

3. To scroll multiple zoomed areassimultaneously, click Lock, and thenselect the Zoom1-4 check boxes thatyou want to scroll through.

Locking the zoomed areas locks in theirrelative horizontal position. Changingthe horizontal position of one locked andzoomed area changes them all.

Quick tips

When multiple zoom areas are selected but not locked, the zoom area with the highest number will autoscroll, while theother zoom areas remain stationary.


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Hide waveforms in the zoomed window

1. To hide or view waveforms, select ZoomSetup... from either the Vertical orHoriz/Acq menu.

2. Select a Zoom tab, and then pressShow/Hide Waveforms.

3. Select the zoomed area that containsthe waveform you want to show or hide.

4. Uncheck the channel, math, reference,or digital waveform you want to hide.

Digital channels are only available on MSOSeries instruments.


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Using Wave Inspector to manage long record length waveformsThe Wave Inspector controls (Pan/Zoom, play/pause, Mark, Search) help you to efficiently work with long record lengthwaveforms. To magnify a waveform horizontally, turn the Zoom knob. To scroll through a zoomed waveform, turn thePan knob.

Wave inspector is available on MSO5000 and DPO5000 Series instruments.

The Pan-Zoom Control consists of:

1. An outer pan knob

2. An inner zoom knob

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To use zoom:

1. Rotate the inner knob on the Pan-Zoomcontrol clockwise to zoom in on aselected part of the waveform. Rotatethe knob counterclockwise to zoom backout.

2. Alternatively, enable or disable the zoommode by pushing the zoom button onceor twice.

(See page 100, Using MultiView Zoom.)


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3. Examine the zoomed view of thewaveform that appears on the larger,lower part of the display. The upper partof the display will show the position andsize of the zoomed part in the waveform,within the context of the overall record.

Panning a waveform

While the zoom feature is on, use the pan feature to quickly scroll through the waveform. To use pan:

1. Rotate the pan (outer) knob ofthe pan-zoom controls to pan thewaveform.

Turn the knob clockwise to panforward. Turn it counterclockwise topan backward. The further you turnthe knob, the faster the zoom windowpans.

Playing and pausing a waveform

Use the play-pause feature to automatically pan through a waveform record. To use it:

1. Enable the play-pause mode bypushing the play-pause button.

2. Adjust the play speed by turning thepan (outer) knob further. The furtheryou turn it, the faster it goes.


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3. Change the play direction by reversingthe direction that you are turning thepan knob.

4. During play, up to a point, the moreyou turn the outer knob, the faster thewaveform accelerates. If you rotate theouter knob as far as it can go, the playspeed does not change, but the zoombox quickly moves in that direction.Use this maximum rotation feature toreplay a part of the waveform that youjust saw and want to see again.

5. Pause the play-pause feature bypushing the play-pause button again.

Searching and marking waveformsYou can mark locations of interest in the acquired waveform. These marks help you limit your analysis to particular regions ofthe waveform. You can mark areas of the waveform automatically, if they meet some special criteria, or you can manuallymark each item of interest. You can jump from mark to mark (area of interest to area of interest). You can automaticallysearch and mark many of the same parameters that you can trigger on. Many search parameters do not have the time limitsas triggers. You can search on math and reference waveforms. You can find all of the acquired events of a certain type.

Search marks provide a way to mark a waveform region for reference. Set marks automatically with search criteria. Searchfor and mark regions with particular edges, pulse widths, runts, logic states, rise/fall times, setup and hold violations, andbus search types.

Search and Mark do not support digital waveforms.


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To manually set and clear (delete) marks:

1. Turn on Multiview Zoom. Zoom 1 isused with marks.

(See page 100, Using MultiView Zoom.)

2. Select Analyze > Search.

3. Move (the zoom box) to the area onthe waveform where you want to set(or clear) a search mark by turning amultipurpose knob.

Push the Next ( →) or Prev (←) arrowbutton to jump to an existing mark.

4. Push Set Clr or the front panel Set/Clearbutton.

If no search mark is at the screen center,the instrument will add one.

When a mark is created, the horizontalzoom factor is saved. When you useNext or Prev to move between marks,the zoom factor is restored.


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5. Investigate your waveform by movingfrom search mark to search mark. Usethe Next ( →) or Prev (←) arrow buttonto jump from one marked location toanother, without adjusting any othercontrols.

6. Delete a mark. Push the Next ( →)or Prev (←) arrow button to jump tothe mark you want to clear. To removethe center-positioned mark, push theSet Clr or the front panel Set/Clearbutton. It works on both manually andautomatically created marks.


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To automatically set and clear (delete) search marks:

1. Push Search or select Analyze >Search.

2. Select the desired search type from themenu.

The search menu is similar to the triggermenu.

Serial bus searches are optional.

3. Set up your search from the Configuretab. To copy the trigger setup or a searchsetup, press Settings Copy.

4. From the Copy Settings window, selectwhere to copy the settings from andwhere to copy the settings to. PressCopy and then Close.


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5. To modify the current search setup,adjust the displayed controls. Displayedcontrols vary depending on the selectedsearch.

6. If not already on, press All Searches totoggle search to on.

7. On the screen, triangles show thelocation of automatic marks and triangleswith a white outline show the custom(user-defined) locations. These appearon both normal and zoomed waveformviews.


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8. Quickly investigate your waveform bymoving from mark to mark with the Next( →) or Prev (←) arrow button. No otheradjustments are needed.

9. To toggle between the display of searchevents counts or Marks time, select theResults tab and press View Count.

10. To clear all marks from the table, pressAll Marks Clear.

11. To export the Mark Table to a file, pressAll Marks Export.

12. To convert a mark or all marks to usermarks, press Search Marks Save orSave All.

13. To remove the currently highlighted rowfrom the Mark Table, press Search MarksClear.

14. To toggle between showing marklocations in engineering notation or inhigh precision form, press Digits.


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15. To toggle the display of mark triangles onand off, select the View tab and pressShow Marks.

16. To stop acquisitions if a match is found,select the Mode tab and check StopAcquisition if event found.

Quick tips

Search is performed only on acquired data. Set up the instrument to acquire the data you are searching for.

Set the sample rate so the search event is discernible. You can search for a glitch that is wider than a couple ofsample intervals.

You can copy trigger settings to search for other locations in your acquired waveform that meet the trigger conditions.You can copy search settings to your trigger.

Edge search marks are created without zoom factors. Other search types create marks with an appropriate zoom factor.

Pressing Bring Zoom to Mark Zoom 2 or Zoom 3 displays the corresponding zoom view with the same zoom parametersas Zoom 1.

Custom (User) marks are saved with the waveform when the waveform is saved and when the setup is saved.

Automatic search marks are not saved with the waveform when the waveform is saved. However, the search criteria aresaved in the saved setup, so you can easily recapture the marks by reusing the search function.

Search includes the following search capabilities:

Search Description

Edge Searches for edges (rising or falling) with a user-specified threshold level.

Glitch Searches for pulses narrower (or wider) than the specified width, or ignores glitchesnarrower (or wider) than the specified width.

Width Searches for positive or negative pulse widths that are >, <, =, or ≠ a user-specified pulsewidth.

Setup & Hold Search for violations of user-specified setup and hold times.


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Search Description

Runt Searches for positive or negative pulses that cross one amplitude threshold but fail to crossa second threshold before crossing the first again. Search for all runt pulses or only thosewith a duration >, <, =, or ≠ a user-specified time.

Window Searches for a signal that is entering or leaving the threshold window. Qualify the searchin terms of time by using the When Wider option, or by the logical state of other channelsusing the When Logic option.

Pattern Search for a logic pattern (AND, OR, NAND, or NOR) across multiple waveforms with eachinput set to either High, Low, or Don't Care. Search for when the event goes true, goesfalse, or stays valid for >, <, =, or ≠ a user-specified time. Additionally, you must define oneof the inputs as a clock for synchronous (state) searches.

Transition Search for rising and/or falling edges that are >, <, =, or ≠ a user-specified time.

Timeout Searches for no pulse in a specified time.

State Searches for when all of the logic inputs to the selected logic function cause the function tobe True or False when the clock input changes state.

DDR Read Searches for DDR read pulses. Requires option DDRA.

DDR Write Searches for DDR write pulses. Requires option DDRA.

DDR Read and Write Searches for DDR read and write pulses. Requires option DDRA.

Bus Parallel: Search for a binary or hex value.

I2C: Search for Start, Repeated Start, Stop, Missing Ack, Address, Data, or Address andData.

SPI: Search for SS Active, MOSI, MISO, or MOSI & MISO.

CAN: Search for Start of Frame, Type of Frame (Data, Remote, Error, Overload), Identifier(standard or extended), Data, Identifier and Data, End of Frame, or Missing Ack, Bit StuffingError.

RS-232, RS-422, RS-485, UART: Search for Tx Start Bit, Rx Start Bit, Tx End of Packet, RxEnd of Packet, Tx Data, Rx Data, Tx Parity Error, Rx Parity Error.

LIN: Search for Sync, Identifier, Data, ID & Data, Wakeup Frame, Sleep Frame, Error.

FlexRay: Search for Start of Frame, Type of Frame, Identifier, Cycle Count, Header Fields,Data, ID & Data, End of Frame, Error.

Audio: Search for Word Select or Data

USB: Search for Sync, Reset, Suspend, Resume, End of Packet, Token (Address) Packet,Data Packet, Handshake Packet, Special Packet, or Error.


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Using a visual searchA visual search is performed with the same settings as the main trigger. The results of a visual search are displayed asmarks with a color distinct from those of an Analyze search. Do the following steps to set up a visual search.

1. Set up pinpoint triggers. (See page 70,Choosing a trigger type.)

2. Set up a visual trigger. (See page 85,Triggering using Visual Triggers (VisualTriggering).)

3. Click Mark All Trigger Events inRecord.

4. Visual Trigger areas are displayed inblue.

5. Visual Search areas are displayed ingreen.

6. Only the active visual search area isdisplayed. Press the Mark Next and theMark Prev buttons to move the activearea to other visual search areas.

Use the other Analyze Search controlwindows to control or view the results of theVisual Search.


Analyzing waveforms

Analyzing waveforms

Your instrument features cursors, automatic measurements, statistics, histograms, math, spectral analysis, and advancedpass/fail tests to help you to analyze waveforms. This section contains concepts and procedures for analyzing waveforms.Detailed information is available in the online help.

Taking automatic measurements

1. Select Measure > MeasurementSetup....

2. Select the channel, math or referencewaveform that you want to measure.

3. Using the tabs, select measurements infive different categories.


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4. To remove all measurements, click ClearAll.

5. To remove multiple measurements, clickand drag to select the measurements,and then click Clear Selected.

You can also choose a measurementfor the selected waveform directly inthe Measure menu. (See page 119,Automated measurement selections.)

Quick tips

Automatic measurements are not available for digital channel waveforms. On MSO70000C instruments you can take ameasurement of a digital channel waveform by first sending the digital channel to an analog channel using iCapture.(See page 57, Viewing analog characteristics of digital waveforms.)

In roll mode, measurements are not available until after you stop the acquisition.

WARNING. If there is vertical clipping, there may be a dangerous voltage on the probe tip, but the readout will indicate a lowvoltage. A symbol appears in the measurement readout if a vertical clipping condition exists. Automatic amplitude-relatedmeasurements where the signal is vertically clipped produce inaccurate results. Clipping also causes inaccurate amplitudevalues in waveforms that are stored or exported for use in other programs. If a math waveform is clipped, it will not affectamplitude measurements on that math waveform.


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Automated measurement selectionsThe following tables list each automated measurement by category: amplitude, time, histogram, communication, or more.(See page 117, Taking automatic measurements.)

Amplitude measurements

Measurement Description

Amplitude The high value less the low value measured over the entire waveform or gated region.

High This value is used as 100% whenever high reference, mid reference, or low reference values areneeded, such as in fall time or rise time measurements. It is calculated using either the min/max orhistogram method. The min/max method uses the maximum value found. The histogram methoduses the most common value found above the midpoint. This value is measured over the entirewaveform or gated region.

Low This value is used as 0% whenever high reference, mid reference, or low reference values areneeded, such as in fall time or rise time measurements. It is calculated using either the min/max orhistogram method. The min/max method uses the minimum value found. The histogram methoduses the most common value found below the midpoint. This value is measured over the entirewaveform or gated region.

RMS The true Root Mean Square voltage over the entire waveform or gated region.

AC RMS The true Root Mean Square voltage over the measurement region.

Max The most positive peak voltage. Max is measured over the entire waveform or gated region.

Min The most negative peak voltage. Min is measured over the entire waveform or gated region.

Pk-Pk The absolute difference between the maximum and minimum amplitude in the entire waveformor gated region.

Cycle RMS The true Root Mean Square voltage over the first cycle in the waveform or the first cycle in thegated region.

+Overshoot This is measured over the entire waveform or gated region and is expressed as:Positive Overshoot = ((Maximum - High) / Amplitude) x 100%.

-Overshoot This is measured over the entire waveform or gated region and is expressed as:Negative Overshoot = ((Low - Minimum) / Amplitude) x 100%.

Mean The arithmetic mean over the entire waveform or gated region.

Cycle Mean The arithmetic mean over the first cycle in the waveform or the first cycle in the gated region.

Time measurements


Rise Time The time required for the leading edge of the first pulse in the waveform or gated region to rise fromthe low reference value (default = 10%) to the high reference value (default = 90%) of the final value.

Fall Time The time required for the falling edge of the first pulse in the waveform or gated region to fall fromthe high reference value (default = 90%) to the low reference value (default = 10%) of the final value.

Pos Width The distance (time) between the mid reference (default 50%) amplitude points of a positive pulse.The measurement is made on the first pulse in the waveform or gated region.

Neg Width The distance (time) between the mid reference (default 50%) amplitude points of a negative pulse.The measurement is made on the first pulse in the waveform or gated region.

+ Duty Cyc The ratio of the positive pulse width to the signal period expressed as a percentage. The duty cycleis measured on the first cycle in the waveform or gated region.


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Time measurements (cont.)


- Duty Cyc The ratio of the negative pulse width to the signal period expressed as a percentage. The dutycycle is measured on the first cycle in the waveform or gated region.

Period The time required to complete the first cycle in a waveform or gated region. Period is the reciprocalof frequency and is measured in seconds.

Freq The frequency of the first cycle in a waveform or gated region. Frequency is the reciprocal of theperiod; it is measured in Hertz (Hz) where one Hz is one cycle per second.

Delay The time between the mid reference (default 50%) amplitude point of two different waveforms.

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Area The area over the entire waveform or gated region in volt-seconds. Area measured above ground ispositive; area measured below ground is negative.

Cycle Area The area over the first cycle in the waveform or the first cycle in the gated region expressed involt-seconds. The area above the common reference point is positive while the area below thecommon reference point is negative.

Phase The amount of time that one waveform leads or lags another waveform, expressed in degreeswhere 360° contains one waveform cycle.

Burst Width The duration of a burst (a series of transient events) and is measured over the entire waveformor gated region.

Histogram measurements


Wfm Ct Displays the number of waveforms that have contributed to the histogram.

Hits in Box Displays the number of points in or on the histogram box.

Peak Hits Displays the number of points in the largest bin of the histogram.

Median Displays the middle point of the histogram box. Half of all acquired points within or on the histogrambox are less than this value and half are greater than this value.

Max Displays the voltage of the highest nonzero bin in vertical histograms or the time of the rightmostnonzero bin in the horizontal histograms.

Min Displays the voltage of the lowest nonzero bin in vertical histograms or the time of the leftmostnonzero bin in the horizontal histograms.

Pk-Pk Displays the peak-to-peak value of the histogram. Vertical histograms display the voltage of thehighest nonzero bin minus the voltage of the lowest nonzero bin. Horizontal histograms display thetime of the rightmost nonzero bin minus the time of the leftmost nonzero bin.

Mean Measures the average of all acquired points within or on the histogram box.

Std Dev Measures the standard deviation (Root Mean Square (RMS) deviation) of all acquired points withinor on the histogram box.

Mean ±1 Std Dev Displays the percentage of points in the histogram that are within one standard deviation of thehistogram mean.


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Histogram measurements (cont.)


Mean ±2 Std Dev Displays the percentage of points in the histogram that are within two standard deviations of thehistogram mean.

Mean ±3 Std Dev Displays the percentage of points in the histogram that are within three standard deviations ofthe histogram mean.

Communication measurements


Ext Ratio The ratio of eye top to base. This measurement only works for waveform database or a referencewaveform saved in waveform database mode.

Ext Ratio % The ratio of eye top to base expressed as a percentage. This measurement only works forwaveform database or a reference waveform saved in waveform database mode.

Ext Ratio (dB) The ratio of eye top to base expressed in decibels. This measurement only works for waveformdatabase or a reference waveform saved in waveform database mode.

Eye Height The measurement of the eye height in volts.

Eye Width The measurement of eye width in seconds.

Eye Top The top value used in the extinction ratio measurements.

Eye Base The base value used in the extinction ratio measurements.

Crossing % The eye crossing point expressed as a percentage of eye height.

Jitter P-P The peak-to-peak value for the edge jitter in the current horizontal units.

Jitter RMS The RMS value of the edge jitter in the current horizontal units.

Jitter 6 Sigma Six times the RMS value of the edge jitter in the current horizontal units.

Noise P-P The peak-to-peak value of the noise of the top or base of the signal as specified by you.

Noise RMS The RMS value of the noise of the top or base of the signal as specified by you.

S/N Ratio The ratio of the signal amplitude to the noise of the top or base of the signal as specified by you.

Cyc Distortion The peak-to-peak time variation of the first eye crossing measured at the Mid Ref as a percent ofthe eye period.

Q-Factor The ratio of eye size to noise.


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Customizing an automatic measurementCustomize automatic measurements by using gating, modifying measurement statistics, or adjusting the measurementreference levels.

Gating

Use Gating to confine the measurement to acertain part of a waveform.

1. Select Measure > Gating > Gating ....

2. Position the gates by doing one of thefollowing:

Click Cursor to set the gated area tothe area between the cursors.

Click Zoom (1-4) to set the gatedarea to the Zoom (1-4) graticule.


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Statistics

Statistics turn on automatically withmeasurements. Statistics characterize thestability of the measurement.

1. To change the statistics that aredisplayed, select Measure > Statistics,and then select Mean or All. (All includesmin, max, mean, standard deviation, andpopulation.)

2. To remove statistics select Off.

NOTE. Placing the cursor over ameasurement displays a higher resolutionversion of the measurement.

Snapshot

To see a one-time view of all validmeasurements, select Measure >Snapshot.

NOTE. If the setup for a measurement isinvalid, the results of that measurement isdisplayed as 3 question marks.

To select between taking a snapshot ofgeneral measurements or communicationsmeasurements, select General or Comm.


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Annotate measurements

1. To annotate measurements, selectAnnotation from the Measurementssetup control window. From the dropdown list, select the measurement toannotate.

2. To select the amount of measurementannotation detail, select Measure >Annotation > Standard or Detailed.


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Reference Levels

Reference levels determine how time-relatedmeasurements are taken.

1. Select Measure > Reference Levels....

2. Adjust the measurement reference levelsto different relative or absolute values.

High and Low references are usedto calculate rise and fall times. Thedefault High reference is 90% andLow reference is 10%.

Mid reference is primarily used formeasurements between edges suchas pulse widths. The default level is50%.

Mid2 reference is used on the secondwaveform specified in delay or phasemeasurements. The default level is50%.

Quick tips

To ensure accurate noise values, be sure go to the Reference Levels Setup menu and set the signal type to Eyewhen measuring an Eye signal.


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Taking cursor measurementsUse cursors to take manual measurements on acquired data.

1. Push Cursors.

NOTE. If cursors are on but the multipurposeknob readouts are not attached to thePosition controls, press the Cursors buttonto attach the controls to the readouts. Pressthe Cursors button again to turn cursors off. DSA/DPO70000D, MSO/DSA/DPO70000C, and DPO7000C Series


2. Select the Cursor Source.

3. Select a cursor type from one of thefollowing:

H Bars measure amplitude (typicallyin volts or amperes)

V Bars measure horizontalparameters (typically time)

Waveform and screen cursorsmeasure vertical and horizontalparameters simultaneously.Waveform cursors are attached tothe waveform, and screen cursorsfloat, unattached to the waveform.


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4. To take measurements between twowaveforms, select Waveform, and thenselect the waveform source for eachcursor.

5. Select Cursors > Cursor Position...,and then use the multipurpose knobs toadjust the cursor position.

6. Read cursor measurement results in thedisplay.

Quick tips

Use the Cursor Track Mode to set the cursors to move in tandem. Use the Cursor Independent mode to move thecursors separately.

If you use the zoom graticule, you can place a cursor directly on a specific waveform point to take precisionmeasurements.

You can also move cursors by clicking and dragging them to a new position.

You can also move cursors to the center of the display by pressing Move Cursors to Center.

You can select solid or dashed cursors.

Vertical cursors measure the time from the trigger point to the vertical cursor.


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Setting up a histogramYou can display either a vertical (voltage) or horizontal (time) histogram. Use histogram measurements to get statisticalmeasurement data for a section of a waveform along one axis.

1. Click and drag the pointer across thesegment of the waveform that you wantthe histogram to cover. For example,make the box for a horizontal histogramwider than it is tall.

2. Select Histogram Vertical or HistogramHorizontal from the shortcut menu.

3. View the histogram at the top (forhorizontal histograms) or the left edge(for vertical histograms) of the graticule.


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4. To make adjustments to the histogramscale or the size and location of thehistogram box, select Measure >Waveform Histograms, and then usethe Histogram Setup control window.

5. You can also take automatedmeasurements on histogram data.(See page 117, Taking automaticmeasurements.)

Quick tips

Use vertical histograms to measure signal noise and horizontal histograms to measure signal jitter.

Use the click and drag procedure to activate the shortcut menu to turn the histogram display off.


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Using math waveformsCreate math waveforms to support the analysis of your channel and reference waveforms. By combining and transformingsource waveforms and other data into math waveforms, you can derive the data view that your application requires.

Use the following procedure for predefined math equations.

1. Select Math > Math Setup....

2. Choose one of the predefined mathequations.

Use the following procedure to build an advanced math waveform expression.


2. Click Editor.


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3. Build your advanced math waveformexpression using sources, operators,constants, measurements, variables,and functions.

4. When you have defined the expressionto your satisfaction, click Apply.

5. To add your own filter, click the Filtertab. Click Load.

6. Double click the folder for the filters youwant to use. Double click the filter youwant to use.


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7. Build your math expression using thefilter you selected.

8. When you have defined the expressionto your satisfaction, click Apply.

Quick tips

Double clicking on a math expression opens the Math Equation Editor.

Math definitions are not implemented if the sources are not valid.

Math waveforms are created from analog channel, reference, math source waveforms and from measurements.

Digital channels are not valid in math waveforms. However iCapture waveforms are valid in math waveforms.

Use Digital Properties to set the digital threshold of analog channels.

Measurements are taken on math waveforms in the same way as on channel waveforms.

Math waveforms derive their horizontal scale and position from the sources in their math expressions. Adjusting thesecontrols for the source waveforms also adjusts the math waveform.

If Autoscale is not checked, vertical scale and position are not calculated when a math waveform is turned on or themath equation is changed.

Magnify math waveforms using MultiView Zoom; use the mouse for positioning the zoomed area.

See the online help for more information on arbitrary math filters.


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Using Spectral AnalysisUse the following procedure for predefined spectral math expressions. See the online help for more information.


2. Choose one of the predefined spectralmath expressions.

3. Click Basic.

4. Click Resolution BW or Frequency Spanand use the keypad or the multipurposeknobs to adjust the spectral display.

NOTE. Resolution BW and Frequency Spanare only adjustable in Manual HorizontalMode.


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Use the following procedure to build an advanced spectral math expression.

1. Select Math > Advanced Spectral....

2. Select the math waveform that you wantto define.

3. Click the type of spectral waveformthat you want to create. To redefine awaveform, click Clear.

4. Select the source waveform.

5. Adjust the spectral waveform, using thecontrols in the Spectral Setup controlwindow and use the multipurpose knobs.



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6. View time-domain and frequency-domainwaveforms simultaneously.

Use Gating to select only a part ofthe time-domain waveform for spectralanalysis. (See page 122, Gating.)

Quick tips

Sources for spectral math waveforms must be channel or other math waveforms.

Use short record lengths for faster instrument response.

Use long record lengths to lower the noise relative to the signal and increase the frequency resolution.

Different window functions produce different filter response shapes in the spectrum and result in different resolutionbandwidths. See the online help for more information.

The resolution bandwidth (RBW) directly controls the gate width. Therefore, the time domain gate markers moveas you adjust the control.

You can display the linear magnitude of the real data or the imaginary data in the spectrum. This is useful if you processthe spectrum off line and transform it back into a time domain trace.


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Using the Serial Error DetectorThe Serial Error Detector requires option ERRDT. The oscilloscope Error Detector conducts Bit, Frame, Symbol, andCharacter tests much like a BERT. It has the advantage that it not only counts the errors and computes the error rates,but it also shows you where the error occurs in the signal and it allows you to connect probes to other channels to debugthe source of the errors, such as crosstalk.

The Error Detector is often used in conjunction with TekExpress software applications to conduct receiver and margin testing.

The Error Detector has built-in preset setups that cover the most common use cases. These can be modified and saved ascustom setup files for later recall. Sample arbitrary waveform generator (AWG) setup files are included for various SATAGen3 and USB3 signals. These files make it easy to verify correct operation of the Error Detector, and may be usedto test a device-under-test (DUT).

To use the Serial Error Detector, do the following steps:

1. Select Analyze > Serial Error Detectorto display the Error Detector controlwindow.

2. Select a setup from the Preset Settingdrop-down list and press Apply.

If Custom Setup is not required, proceed to step 13.


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3. When you select the Custom_Setup,additional controls are shown on thedisplay so you can browse for a setupfile. The usual idea is to start with asetup that is close to what you want,use the UI to specify the settings youdesire, and then save the result. Whenyou enter a new name for the file in thefile name text control, press Enter tohave your editing changes accepted.Then press the Save button to save thesetup into the file. To recall a setup file,browse to the file you want and pressOpen. The default location for ErrorDetector setup files is C:\Users\Pub-lic\Tektronix\TekScope\ErrorDetector.

4. Select the Setup tab.

5. From the Source Setup tab, select theSerial Bus, Data Rate and signal Sourcefrom the drop-down lists.

6. Click the Error Detection option buttonfor the type of error you want to detect.

The Advanced button will open theAdvanced Settings window.

The advanced settings window providescontrols for parameters that you may needto change for special testing. The defaultsettings for these values are correct for mostdevices.

7. Click On or Off to turn Spread SpectrumClocking (SSC Tracking) on or off.

SSC is on by default.


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8. To ignore align primitives, select theIgnore Align Primitives option buttonand specify the primitives using thekeypad or keyboard.

Alignment Primitives are inserted into thesignal by the DUT for purposes of pacing(keeping transmitter from overrunning thereceiver).

9. Enter the Maximum consecutive ALIGNsusing the keypad or keyboard.

The maximum consecutive aligns is a designparameter of the particular device thatindicates how many consecutive aligns areallowed.

The Test Pattern Setup provides control of the signal test pattern length and the Sync Pattern description. These are oftenthe most difficult settings, because they require knowledge of the signal. The Pattern Length is the number of bits in therepeating signal being sent to the DUT or oscilloscope by the signal generator or AWG. The Sync Pattern is a 10-, 20-, 30-,or 40-bit unique pattern in the signal that the error detector uses to align the signal to the acquired comparison pattern. TheAdvanced check box just allows you to set the Disparity of each of the Sync Pattern symbols individually. The X means don’tcare. The Preset Setups set these parameters to make the job easier for the common cases.

10. From the Test Pattern tab, specify theSync Pattern, Sync Pattern Polarity, andthe Pattern Length.

11. From the Stop Condition tab, selectthe Stop When condition. You can stopmanually, after a preset count or timethat you specify, or on an error.

NOTE. Use large numbers for bit counttests. At 6 Gb/s, 60 billion bit tests take10 seconds.

12. Select and setup the actions to performwhen the stop condition is met. Usingthese actions, you can preserve theinformation captured by the oscilloscope.You must set up the email address andthe SMTP server for Send E-mail towork.


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13. Press the Sync button and waitfor a status of Not Counting (about6 seconds). Depending on the signalquality, you may need to press the Syncbutton more than once.

Sync gets the oscilloscope synchronized tothe signal.

A status of No Signal status indicates thatthe oscilloscope cannot detect the signal.You may need to turn on the output of thesignal generator or AWG. A status of NoSync may arise for Bit tests that requirea known pattern length, sync pattern, oralignment character.

14. Press the Learn button, if visible. Learnonly applies to some Bit Error Tests.Frame, Symbol, and Character testsdo not require the learn operation.Learn discovers the repeating patternin the signal and stores it into systemmemory for comparison to the signal todetermine errors in the signal. Once asignal is in memory, it remains there untila subsequent Learn operation, so youdon’t have to use the Learn button everytime you start testing for errors.

15. Press the Run button to start the errordetector.

If desired, you may press Stop or Reset atanytime. After a Stop, you can press Runagain.

Run starts the Error Detector testing forerrors.

16. Select the Results tab to see the resultsof running the error detector.

NOTE. The Serial Error Detectorautomatically resyncs and resets all countsto zero if you press Reset or disconnect andthen reconnect the signal.


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If you are using one of the supplied AWG signal patterns, you can press the Force Event button on the AWG to induce anerror in the signal to verify the operation of the Error Detector. These AWG setup files are located in Win7 in the directoryC:\User\Public\Tektronix\Tekscope\ErrorDetector\AWG

Alternatively, you can verify operation by disconnecting and reconnecting the signal. There will be massive errors whenthe signal is disconnected, but after the signal is reconnected the Error Detector will resynchronize to the signal, clear theerror counts and rates, and resume testing.

17. Press the Error Detector Off buttonto end the error detector session. Apopup will appear saying the trigger haschanged to Edge.

The typical startup sequence can be summarized as a) Select a Preset Setup; b) Press Sync; c) Press Learn (if visible);and d) Press Run. The Sync operations gets the oscilloscope synchronized to the signal, the Learn operation acquiresthe signal pattern into oscilloscope memory, and the Run operation starts the Error Detector testing for errors. Note thatthe Learn operation only applies to some Bit error tests. Remember, Frame, Symbol, and Character error tests do notrequire a Learn operation.

There are several cable arrangements you can use with the Serial Error Detector. The first cable setup specifically applies toSATA, PCIe, and generic 8b10b bit testing, when a Learn operation is required to acquire the signal test pattern into ErrorDetector memory. However, you can use this same cable arrangement to verify Error Detector operation.

18. Connect the cabling as shown for theLearn operation in SATA, PCIe, andgeneric bit testing.

19. Having done the Learn operation, youcan now insert the DUT in-between theSignal Generator and the Error Detectoras shown.

With the DUT inserted between the SignalGenerator and the Serial Error Detector, allyou need to do to get the Error Detectorrunning is to press Sync and Run buttons,because the Learn operation was completedin the previous step. If you do another Learnoperation, you risk learning errors createdby the DUT.


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20. To avoid having to rearrange the cablesafter the Learn operation, you may splitthe output of the signal generator, puttingone branch into the Error Detector andone branch into the DUT. Here the LearnOperation is done on Ch1, but the actualerror detection occurs on Ch2. Youcan adjust the amplitude of the signalgenerator to account for the loss due tosplitting the signal. This works becausethe Error Detector learn operation storesthe signal test pattern into nonchannelspecific memory.

21. When the Error Detector is driven fromthe user interface, bus triggers are usedwhenever possible, so that bus decodingis automatically enabled. The Decodingindicates the location of the error inthe signal by highlighting the decodedvalue in red, as shown in the screenshot below. You can use additionaloscilloscope channels to simultaneouslyprobe other signals to debug the causeof the error.


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Using mask testingSerial Communications Mask Testing (Option MTM or MTH) allows you to compare your signal to a predefined templateor mask. For the signal to pass the test, it must fall outside the segments defined by the mask. Generally, standardscommittees such as ANSI define the masks. To perform mask testing do the following:

1. Select Mask > Source....

2. Select the signal source.

3. Click the Masks tab.

4. Select the Type and standard.


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5. Click a Config button to access a MaskConfiguration control window, where youcan adjust how masks and violations aredisplayed and how Mask Autoset andAutofit are configured.

6. Click Masks to return to the Mask Setupcontrol window.

7. Click Lock Mask to Wfm On to trackmask changes in the horizontal orvertical settings.

8. Toggle Hit Count On to highlightviolations during a mask test.

9. Click Autoset to automatically align thewaveform with the mask based on thecharacteristics of the input signal.

10. Toggle Autofit On to automaticallyreposition the waveform after eachacquisition to minimize hits.

11. Click the Tolerance tab, and then set thetolerance.

Tolerance settings greater than 0% makethe mask test harder to pass, settingsless than 0% make the test easier topass.

Use 0% if you want the mask asspecified in the standard. Changing thepercentage allows you to do margintesting.


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12. Select the Pass/Fail Setup tab, and thenset up the pass/fail parameters. (Whenacquisition mode is Waveform Database,the # of Wfms label becomes Samples.)

13. Select your Pass/Fail Test Notifications.

14. Select the polarity of the waveform youwant to test.

15. Toggle Repeat On to run the mask testcontinuously.

16. Select the notice you want when the testis complete.

17. Click the Pass/Fail Results tab to viewthe test results.

18. Click Pass/Fail Test On to start the masktest.

19. Click Reset to reset the totals and clearany violations.

Quick tips

Mask testing is not available on digital channel waveforms.

If the signal is not within the mask, enable Autoset to center the waveform in the mask.


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Using limit testingOptional limit testing allows you to compare an active signal with a template waveform. Build your template waveform from aknown good signal and use it to compare to an active signal to perform pass/fail testing.

1. Select Mask > Limit Test Setup....

2. Create the template by selecting theSource, Destination, and Tolerances.Use the multipurpose knobs to adjustthe Tolerances. Tolerances specifyhow much margin the signal is allowedbefore failing the limit test.

3. Click Save. You can create multipletemplates and save them for later use.

4. Select the source waveform to compareto the template.

5. Select the template to compare to theSource waveform. (Usually, this is thetemplate that you created in step 3.)


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6. Click Failure Notification to set up theFailure Notification.

7. Select the failure notification(s), andthen click Setup to return to the setupcontrol window.

8. Click Lock Template to Waveform On tolock the vertical scale or position of thetemplate to that of the source waveform.

9. Click Highlight Hits On to show pointsthat fall outside the template in adifferent color.

10. Toggle Limit Test to On to start the test.

11. Click Reset to clear all violations andreset the test.

Quick tips

Use active or saved waveforms to create a limit test template.

Using Average acquisition mode will create a smoother template waveform.

Using Envelope acquisition mode will create a template that allows for occasional overshoots.


MyScope

MyScope

MyScope allows you to create custom control windows that include only the controls that you use regularly. Instead ofswitching between several control windows, put the controls you use into a custom control window.

This section contains procedures for creating and using MyScope control windows. Detailed information is availablein the online help.

Creating a new MyScope control window

1. Select MyScope > New ControlWindow....

2. Click + to expand a category. Controlsthat you can add to your MyScopecontrol window are contained withineach category. The categories match themenu bar to help you find the controlsyou normally use.


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3. Click a control to preview it.

4. Double-click the control or click the + toexpand the control list. (If there is no +,then the control cannot be customizedfurther.)


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5. Clear the check boxes to remove anycomponents that you do not wantincluded in the control.

6. Click and drag the control to yourMyScope control window. The controlwill snap to the nearest grid locationwhen you release the mouse. Changethe placement of the control in yourMyScope control window by clicking anddragging.


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7. Click New Tab to add a tab to yourMyScope control window. You can haveup to six tabs.

8. To rename a tab do one of the following:

Click Rename Tab.

Double-click the tab, and then typethe new name.

9. Click User Pref... to specify userpreferences that are loaded with yourMyScope control window.

10. To delete controls do one of the following:

Select a tab, and then click Delete.The tab and all of the controls aredeleted.

Select a control, and then clickDelete. Just the selected control isdeleted.

11. Click Save, and then enter a name foryour MyScope control window, or usethe default name.

Quick tips

To reconfigure a control, click and drag it back to the preview window. Then select or clear the check boxes to include orremove components in the control.

To change the tab order, click and drag a tab to a new location.

To delete a control, click and drag it to the upper half of the screen (out of your MyScope control window).


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Using MyScope control windowsTo open a previously defined MyScope control window, do the following:

1. Select MyScope > Open ControlWindow... or one of the five mostrecently used MyScope windows.

2. Select the MyScope control window youwant to use, and then click Open.

To display the active MyScope control window, do the following:

1. Select MyScope > Current... or clickMyScope in the toolbar mode. (YourMyScope control window remains activeeven when it is not displayed.)


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To edit a MyScope control window do the following:

1. Select MyScope > Edit ControlWindow....

2. Select the control window you want toedit, and then click Open.

Quick tips

Some controls function differently in a MyScope control window than they do in the standard control window. Fordetails, see the online help.

You can copy MyScope control windows (.tcw files) to other DSA/DPO70000D, MSO/DSA/DPO70000C, DPO7000C,and MSO/DPO5000 Series instruments.


Saving and recalling information


This section contains procedures for saving and recalling screen captures and setups, saving measurements, using theclipboard, and printing on your instrument. Detailed information is available in the online help.

Saving screen captures

1. Select File > Save or Save As > ScreenCapture....

2. Click Options... to set up the Palette,View, Image, or Screen Capture Formatoptions; otherwise, skip to step 3.



3. Select the location to save the screencapture.

4. Type in a name for the screen capture,or use the default name, and then selecta file type.

5. Click Save.

Quick tip

To quickly save multiple screen captures, select Set Front Panel Print Button to Save, and then click Save. You cannow save a screen capture by pushing the front panel Print button.

Saving waveforms

1. To save waveforms, select File > Saveor Save As > Waveform....



2. Click Waveform.

3. Click Options... to specify the WaveformData Range, FastFrame Data Range,Waveform Detail, Data Destination,Source, or Data Ordering; otherwise,skip to step 4.

4. Select the Source.

5. You can either save the waveform as areference waveform in the instrumentmemory or as a .wfm file in a Windowsdirectory. To save the waveform as areference, select Ref 1–4. To save as a.wfm file, select the location where youwant to save the waveform.

6. If you are saving as a .wfm file, type in afile name, or use the default.

7. Click Save.

Quick tips

Select Auto-increment file name to save similar waveforms without having to retype the entire name.

To quickly save multiple waveforms, select Set Front Panel Print Button to Save, and then click Save. You can nowsave a waveform by pushing the front-panel Print button.



Recalling waveforms

1. Select File > Recall....

2. Click Waveform.

3. Select the Destination of the waveformyou are recalling.

4. Select the waveform to recall.

5. Click Recall. Clicking Recall turns on thereference waveform and activates theReference Waveform control window.

6. Use the controls to adjust the Referencewaveform. You can also access theReference Waveform control window byselecting File > Reference WaveformControls....



Quick tip

You can save several different file types but you can only recall setup (*.set) files and waveform (*.wfm) files.

Saving digital waveformsOn MSO Series instruments, you can save digital waveforms in a .csv format file.

1. To save digital waveforms, select File >Save or Save As > Digitals.

2. Click Digitals.

3. You can only save digital waveforms asa .csv file in a Windows directory. Tosave as a .csv file, select the locationwhere you want to save the waveform.

4. Type in a file name, or use the default.

5. Click Save.



Saving instrument setups

1. Select File > Save or Save As >Setup....

2. Click Setup.

3. Select the location where you want tosave the setup. Either save the setup tothe instrument memory in one of the tensetup storage locations or as a .set file ina Windows directory.

4. Type a file name or use the default name.Use the pop-up keyboard to type a filename for a setup saved to the instrumentmemory.

5. Click Save.

Quick tips

If the touch screen is enabled, use the pop-up keypad to label the setups for easy identification.

Use Auto-increment file name to save similar files without having to retype the entire file name.

To quickly save multiple setups, select Set Front Panel Print Button to Save, and then click Save. You can nowsave a setup by pushing the front panel Print button.



Recalling instrument setups

1. Select File > Recall....

2. Click Setup.

3. Select the setup you want to recall.Recall a setup file from one of the tenlocations in the instrument memory orfrom a Windows directory.

To retain your current deskew settings,click Don't recall deskew values.

4. Click Recall.

Quick tip

You can recall any setup stored on disk and then save it in an internal setup storage location for quicker access.



Saving measurements

1. Select File > Save or Save As >Measurement....

2. Click Options... to specify DisplayedMeasurements, Measurement Snapshot,or Measurement Format; otherwise, skipto step 3.

3. Select the location to save themeasurement.

4. Type in a name for the measurement,and then select a file type.

5. Click Save.



Saving user masks

1. Select File > Save or Save As > UserMask.

2. Click User Mask.

3. Select the location to save the mask.

4. Type in a name for the mask, and thenselect a file type.

5. Click Save.



Saving histogram data

1. Select File > Save or Save As >Histogram Data.

2. Select Histogram. Depending onprevious selections, you may need toselect More > Histogram Data to displaythe Histogram selection.

3. Select the location to save the histogram.

4. Type in a name for the histogram, andthen select a file type.

5. Click Save.



Saving timestamps

1. Select File > Save or Save As >Timestamp Table.

2. Click Timestamp. Depending onprevious selections, you may need toselect More > Timestamp Table todisplay the Timestamp selection.

3. Click Options... to specify the Source orFastFrame Data Range; otherwise, skipto step 4.

4. Select the location to save the timestamp.

5. Type in a name for the timestamp, andthen select a file type.

6. Click Save.



Copying your results to the clipboardUse the following procedure to set the output content and format for images, waveforms, or measurements to be copiedto the Microsoft clipboard.

1. Select Edit > Copy Setup....

2. Click the Images, Waveforms, orMeasurements tab, and then select thedesired options.



To copy images, waveforms, or measurements, use the following procedure:

1. Select the item that you want to copy.

2. Select Edit > Copy or press Ctrl + C.

3. Press Ctrl + V to paste the item into aWindows application.



Printing a hard copy

1. To print a hard copy, push the print buttonor select File > Print. If necessary, makechanges to the page orientation in thePage Setup dialog box.

Your Print and Page Setup dialog boxes willdepend on the printer you are using.

2. Click Page Setup....

3. Select the printing parameters.


Run application software


Each application is available for ten free trials on your instrument. These applications provide application-specificmeasurement solutions. Some examples are described below. Additional packages may be available. Some applicationsmay not be available on your instrument. Contact your Tektronix representative or visit our Web site at www.tektronix.comfor more information.

Use DDRA Memory Bus Analysis to automatically identify DDR1, LP-DDR1, LP-DDR2, LP-DDR3, DDR2, DDR3,DDR4, DDR3L, GDDR3 and GDDR5 read and writes.

Use DJA DPOJET Jitter and Eye Diagram Analysis, Advanced to reliably measure complex clock, digital, and serialdata signals.

Use D-PHY for MIPI D-PHY Transmitter debug, characterization and compliance testing (requires option DJA).

Use DSAH Digital Signal Analysis Bundle for <12 GHz instruments.

Use DSAU Digital Signal Analysis Bundle for >12 GHz instruments.

Use DSPT Display Port Compliance Software to validate your IC, motherboard, and graphics card designs.

Use DVI Compliance Test Solution Software for DVI physical layer compliance testing.

Use ERRDT Frame and Bit Error Rate Detector to detect errors in high speed serial standards (requires option ST6G).

Use ET3 to perform 10/100/1000 Base-T Ethernet compliance testing.

Use HT3 HDMI Compliance Test Software for HDMI compliance testing for ≥4 GHz models.

Use HT3DS HDMI Direct Synthesis for HDMI 1.4 (requires HT3) for HDMI analysis.

Use LSA Serial Analysis Software for CAN/LIN protocol triggering and analysis.

Use LT Waveform Limit Testing to compare an acquired waveform to tolerance boundaries that you set.

Use MTH Communication Mask Testing Software for mask compliance testing on ≥4 GHz models.

Use MTM Communication Mask Testing Software for mask compliance testing on <4 GHz models.

Use PCE3 PCI-Express compliance test for Gen3. Used with DPOJET.

Use PCE compliance test for Gen1 and Gen2. Can be used with either DPOJET or RTE.

Use PS1 Power Solution Bundle to measure and analyze power supplies.

Use PWR Power Measurement Software to quickly measure and analyze power dissipation in power supply switchingdevices and magnetic components.

Use SLA and SLE Serial Data Link Analysis to emulate the serial data channel, de-embed a fixture, and add or removetransmitter equalization. SLA adds processing of waveforms with equalizations.

Use SR-810B to enable serial triggering and analysis of 8B10B signals.

Use SR-AERO for MIL-STD-1553 Serial Triggering and Analysis.

Use SR-AUTO for Serial Triggering, debugging, decode and Analysis of I2C, SPI, CAN, LIN, FlexRay, MIL-STD-1553,and RS-232/422 signals.

Use SR-COMP to enable serial triggering and analysis of RS-232/422/485/UART signals.

Use SR-DPHY for MIPI-DSI1 and MIPI-CSI2 serial analysis.



Use SR-EMBD to enable serial triggering and analysis of I2C and SPI signals.

Use SR-ENET for serial analysis of Ethernet signals.

Use SR-PCIE Serial Data Compliance and Analysis (requires ST6G for serial triggering).

Use SR-USB to enable serial triggering and analysis of LS, FS, and HS USB signals.

Use SST Serial ATA and Serial Attached SCSI compliance module with option RTE.

Use ST1G or ST6G Serial Protocol Trigger Software to trigger and decode 8 B/10 B data on high-speed serial or dataprotocols. Protocol triggering up to 6.25 GS/s.

Use SVP, SVM, and SVE Spectral Analysis application to validate wideband designs and characterize widebandspectral events.

Use SVO for flexible OFDM analysis, requires SVE.

Use SVT for settling time measurements (frequency and phase), requires SVE.

Use USB to characterize USB 2.0 signals including mask testing and parametric testing.

Use USB3 to verify, characterize, debug, and compliance test USB 3.0 systems (requires option DJA).

Use VET to enable visual trigger and search.

Use VNM CAN/LIN Protocol Analysis Software for CAN and LIN testing (CAN triggering not included).

Use XGBT for 10 GBASE-T Ethernet physical medium attachment (PMA) physical-layer (PHY) electrical compliancetesting.

Follow the instructions provided with theapplication software to install it. To run thesoftware, select Analyze and then select theapplication.


Application examples


This section contains examples of using your instrument in common troubleshooting tasks and extending the use of yourinstrument.

Capturing intermittent anomaliesOne of the most difficult tasks that design engineers face is tracking down the cause of intermittent failures. If you knowwhat type of anomaly you are looking for, it is easy to configure the oscilloscope advanced triggering capability to isolateit. However, when you do not know what you are looking for, it can be exceptionally tedious and time consuming to findinfrequent anomalies, especially given the low waveform capture rate on traditional digital storage oscilloscopes.

Digital Phosphor Oscilloscopes enabled by DPX technology have an exceptionally fast acquisition mode called FastAcq,which allows you to find anomalies like these in a matter of seconds or minutes. A regular DSO would take hours ordays to find the same event.

Use the following procedure to capture intermittent anomalies.

1. Connect the probe to the input signalsource.

2. Push Autoset.





3. Select Display > Display Persistence >Infinite Persistence. In this example,you are looking at a clock signal. Afterobserving the signal for 1–2 minutes,but before you look for the problemelsewhere, go to step 4.

4. Push FastAcq.



5. Find glitches, transients, or other randomanomalies that are present in the signal.In this example, FastAcq revealed an≈300 ns positive glitch after only a fewseconds.



6. To trigger on the glitch that you identifiedin step 5, select Glitch Setup....

7. Select the appropriate polarity.

8. Click Level, and then set the level basedon what you found in step 5.

9. Click Width, and then set the widthbased on what you found in step 5.

Check HF Filtering if you want the triggersystem to treat a high frequency burst asa single pulse.

10. Click E-mail on Trigger On. (Seepage 89, Setting up E-Mail on Event.)

11. Push Single to trigger on a single glitch.





Using the extended desktop and OpenChoice architecture for efficientdocumentation

Engineers often need to document their lab work for future reference. Instead of saving screen shots and waveform datato a CD or USB memory device, and then generating a report later, try using the OpenChoice architecture to documentyour work in real time.

To make your instrument the center of your design and documentation process, use the following procedure.

NOTE. On 64-bit systems, you will need 64-bit compatible device drivers and application software.

1. Load Microsoft Word or Excel on yourinstrument.

2. Connect a second monitor. (Seepage 11, Adding a second monitor.)

3. Open Microsoft Word, and then drag theWord window onto the extended desktop.

4. Click TekScope to restore the instrumentapplication.



5. Select Edit > Select for Copy > FullScreen (bitmap).

6. Press Ctrl+C.

7. Click in the Word document wherever you want to place the screen shot, and then press Ctrl+V.

Quick tips

The instrument comes with a variety of OpenChoice software tools designed for maximum efficiency and connectivity tothe rest of your design environment.



Triggering on busesYou can use your instrument to trigger on I2C, SPI, RS-232/422/485/UART, MIPI DSI-1, MIPI CSI-2, 8B10B, USB, CAN, andparallel buses. The instrument can display both physical layer (as analog waveforms) and protocol level information (asdigital and symbolic waveforms).

NOTE. Some trigger types are not available on some instruments.

For detailed bus triggering procedures, use the following procedures: (See page 81, Triggering on a parallel bus.) and (Seepage 84, Triggering on a serial bus.)

To set up the bus trigger:

1. Select Vertical > Bus Setup.

2. Select a bus type.

3. If you selected the Serial Bus Type,select the type of serial bus.

4. Specify the components.

5. Select Trig > Bus Setup.



6. Select the bus you set up.

7. Select Trigger On to select the desiredtrigger on feature.

8. Depending on your Trigger On selection,you may need to make additionalselections.



Triggering on a video signalThe instrument supports triggering on NTSC, SECAM, PAL, and high definition signals.

To trigger on the video fields:

NOTE. The video trigger type is available only on DPO7000C, MSO5000, and DPO5000 Series instruments.



Select Format > 525i/NTSC.

3. Select Trigger On > Field.

Select Odd, Even, or All fields.



Triggering on lines

To look at the video lines in the field:



Select Format > 525i/NTSC.

3. Select Trigger On > All Lines.



Correlating data between a Tektronix oscilloscope and logic analyzerAlmost every design is a high-speed design with fast clock edges and data rates. For these designs, you need to see theanalog characteristics of high-speed digital signals in relation to complex digital events in the circuit. iView is your windowinto the digital and analog world. The iView capability seamlessly integrates and automatically time-correlates data fromTektronix logic analyzers and oscilloscopes, so you can transfer analog waveforms from the oscilloscope to the logicanalyzer display with the click of a mouse. View time-correlated analog and digital signals side-by-side and pinpoint thesource of elusive glitches and other problems in moments.

The iView External Oscilloscope Cable allows you to connect your logic analyzer to a Tektronix oscilloscope, enablingcommunication between the two instruments. The Add External Oscilloscope wizard, which is available from the TLAapplication System menu, will guide you through the process of connecting the iView cable between your logic analyzer andoscilloscope.

A setup window is also available to help you in verifying, changing, and testing the oscilloscope settings. Before acquiringand displaying a waveform, you must establish a connection between your Tektronix Logic Analyzer and oscilloscopeusing the Add External Oscilloscope wizard.

1. Select Add iView ExternalOscilloscope... from the logicanalyzer System menu.

2. Select your model of oscilloscope.

3. Follow the on-screen instructions, andthen click Next.

4. See your Tektronix Logic Analyzerdocumentation for more informationon correlating data between the logicanalyzer and the oscilloscope.


Appendix A

Appendix A

CleaningUse these procedures to clean your instrument. If additional cleaning is required, have your instrument serviced by qualifiedservice personnel.

Exterior cleaning

Clean the exterior surfaces of the chassis with a dry lint-free cloth or a soft bristle brush. If any dirt remains, use a cloth orswab dipped in a 75% isopropyl alcohol solution. Use a swab to clean narrow spaces around controls and connectors. Donot use abrasive compounds on any part of the chassis.

Clean the On/Standby switch using a dampened cleaning towel. Do not spray or wet the switch directly.

CAUTION. Improper cleaning agents, methods, or excessive force can damage the instrument. Do not use chemicalcleaning agents that might damage the plastics used in this oscilloscope. Use only deionized water when cleaning thefront-panel buttons. Use a 75% isopropyl alcohol solution as a cleaner and rinse with deionized water. Before using anyother type of cleaner, consult your Tektronix Service Center or representative.

To prevent getting moisture inside the instrument during external cleaning, use only enough liquid to dampen the clothor applicator.


Appendix B

Appendix B

Obtaining the latest oscilloscope application and version releasesThe latest version of an optional application that you ordered with your instrument may not be installed on your instrument.The following download location is a fast and easy way to get the latest software version.

To download the latest version of software, go to the home page of the Tektronix Web site (www.tektronix.com), and locatethe Downloads section on that page. Enter the application name in the ENTER MODEL NUMBER text box, and selectSoftware in the Select Download Type pull-down menu.

NOTE. The Release Notes file available on the Web page may contain more recent information than the readme.txt filecontained within the downloadable executable file.

To define the search criteria, use the title of the application in the ENTER MODEL NUMBER text box. For example, use thekeyword DPOJET to search for and download the latest version of DPOJET.

If you purchased the application with your instrument, your Tektronix License Key will enable you to use the application.

If you are upgrading, follow the instructions on How to Install your new Tektronix License Key in the Readme.txt fileto enable the application.


Appendix C

Appendix C

TPP0500 and TPP1000 500 MHz and 1 GHz 10X passive probes instructions071-2809-xx

Copyright © Tektronix, Inc. All rights reserved.

Operating informationThe TPP0500 & TPP1000 10X Passive Probes are compact passive probes with 10X attenuation that are designed for usewith Tektronix MSO/DPO4000B & 5000 Series oscilloscopes.

The probes have no user- or Tektronix-serviceable parts.

Connecting the probe to the oscilloscopeConnect the probe as shown in the illustrations below.


Appendix C

Compensating the probeMSO/DPO5000. Perform the following steps to compensate the probe:

1. Connect the probe to an oscilloscope channel.

2. Connect the probe to the probe compensation output terminals on the oscilloscope front panel.

3. Select Vertical > Probe Cal.

4. Select the channel tab that the probe is attached to.

5. In the Probe Compensation section of the menu, click the Compensate Probe button.

WARNING. To avoid electric shock, only connect to the Probe Comp signal on the oscilloscope when making this adjustment.

If the probe compensation fails, verify that the signal and ground connections are secure at the Probe Comp connections onthe oscilloscope. Also check that the ground connection is secure at the probe head, the rigid or pogo tip is secured tightly inthe probe head, and the hook tip is securely connected to the tip.

Standard accessoriesThe standard accessories included with the probe are shown below.

WARNING. To avoid electric shock when using the probe or accessories, keep fingers behind the finger guard of probebody and accessories.


Appendix C

Item Description

Hook tip

Press the hook tip onto the probe tip and thenclamp the hook onto the circuit

Reorder Tektronix part number 013-0362-XX

Micro Hook tip

Use this tip to access test points in tight spaces.Press the hook tip onto the probe tip and thenclamp the hook onto the circuit


Rigid tip

This tip is pre-installed on the probe.


Pogo tip

This spring-loaded tip allows compliant testing ofcircuit boards.


Ground lead, with alligator clip

Secure the lead to the probe head ground and thento your circuit ground.


Ground springs

Attach the spring to the ground band on the probetip to take measurements on test points that haveground connections nearby (<0.75 in, std; XX in,short).

Reorder Tektronix part numbers:

016-2028-XX (long, 2 ea.)

016-2034-XX (short, 2 ea.)


Appendix C

Optional accessoriesThe following accessories can be ordered for your probe.


Ground Lead, Clip-on, 6 in 196-3198-xx

Ground Lead, Alligator, 12 in 196-3512-xx

MicroCKT Test Tip 206-0569-xx

Circuit Board Test Point/PCB Adapter 016-2016-xx

Compact Probe Tip Ckt Board Test Point 131-4210-xx

Wire, spool, 32 AWG 020-3045-xx

Replacing the probe tipOrder Tektronix part number 206-0610-xx for rigid tip replacement, or order part number 206-0611–xx for pogo pinreplacement.

Specifications

Table 1: Electrical and mechanical specifications

Characteristic TPP0500 TPP1000

Bandwidth (–3 dB) 500 MHz 1 GHz

System rise time (typical) <700 ps <350 ps

System input capacitance Rigid tip: 3.9 pF ±0.3 pfPogo pin tip: 5.1 pf ±0.5 pf

System attenuation accuracy 10:1 ±2.2%

Probe series resistance @DC 9.75 MΩ ±0.5%

System input resistance @DC 10 MΩ ±2%

Propagation delay ~5.67 ns

Maximum input voltage 300 VRMS CAT II

Cable length 1.3 m, ±3 cm


Appendix C

Performance graphs

Refer to the reference lead derating curve above when making floating measurements.

Table 2: Environmental specifications

Characteristics Description

Temperature

Operating

Nonoperating

–15 °C to +65 °C (+5 °F to +149 °F)

–62 °C to +85 °C (–80 °F to +185 °F)

Humidity

Operating

Nonoperating

5% to 95% relative humidity @ up to 30 °C

5% to 45% relative humidity @30 °C up to 50 °C

Altitude

Operating

Nonoperating

3.0 km (9,842 ft) maximum

12.2 km (40,000 ft) maximum


Appendix C

Table 3: Certifications and compliances

Characteristics Description

EC Declaration ofConformity

Compliance was demonstrated to the following specification as listed in the Official Journalof the European Communities:

Low Voltage Directive 2006/95/EC:

EN61010-031/A1: 2008

Category Examples of Products in this Category

CAT III Distribution-level mains, fixed installation

CAT II Local-level mains, appliances, portable equipment

Measurement CategoryDescriptions

CAT I Circuits not directly connected to mains.

Pollution Degree 2 Do not operate in environments where cond–uctive pollutants may be present (as defined in IEC 61010-1). Rated for indoor use only.

Additional Safety Standards UL61010-031, 2010.

CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 61010–31/A1:2008

IEC61010-031;IEC 61010–31/A1:2008

Equipment Recycling. This product complies with the European Union’s requirements according to Directive2002/96/EC on waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE). For more information about recyclingoptions, check the Support/Service section of the Tektronix Web site (www.tektronix.com).

Safety summaryReview the following safety precautions to avoid injury and prevent damage to this product or any products connected to it.To avoid potential hazards, use this product only as specified. Using the probe or accessories in a manner not specifiedcould result in a shock or fire hazard.

To avoid fire or personal injury

Ground-Referenced oscilloscope use. Do not float the reference lead of this probe when using with groundreferenced oscilloscopes (for example, DPO, MSO, and TDS series oscilloscopes). The reference lead must be connected toearth potential (0 V).

Connect and disconnect properly. Connect the probe output to the measurement instrument before connecting theprobe to the circuit under test. Disconnect the probe input and the probe reference lead from the circuit under test beforedisconnecting the probe from the measurement instrument.

Avoid electric shock. To avoid injury or loss of life, do not connect or disconnect probes or test leads while theyare connected to a voltage source.

Observe all terminal ratings. To avoid fire or shock hazard, observe all ratings and markings on the product. Consultthe product manual for further ratings information before making connections to the product.

Avoid electric shock. When using probe accessories, never exceed the lowest rating of the probe or its accessory,whichever is less, including the measurement category and voltage rating.


Appendix C

Avoid electric overload. To avoid injury or fire hazard, do not apply potential to any input, including the reference inputs,that varies from ground by more than the maximum rating for that input.

Avoid exposed circuitry and do not operate without covers. Do not touch exposed connections and componentswhen power is present.

Inspect the probe and accessories. Before each use, inspect probe and accessories for damage (cuts, tears, defectsin the probe body, accessories, cable jacket, etc.). Do not use if damaged.

Do not operate in Wet/Damp conditions.

Do not operate in an explosive atmosphere.


Safety terms and symbols terms in this manual.

These terms may appear in this manual:



Symbols on the product. These symbols may appear on the product:

Contacting Tektronix

Web site: www.tektronix.com

Phone: 1-800-833-9200

Address: Tektronix, Inc.Department or name (if known)14200 SW Karl Braun DriveP.O. Box 500Beaverton, OR 97077USA

Email: [email protected]

Warranty information

For warranty information, go to www.tektronix.com/warranty


Appendix D

Appendix D

P6616 General-Purpose Logic Probe instructions071-2831-00

Copyright © Tektronix, Inc. All rights reserved.

Product descriptionThe P6616 general-purpose logic probe connects the Tektronix MSO/DPO5000 Series and MSO4000B Series ofmixed-signal oscilloscopes to digital buses and signals on your target system. The probe contains 16 data channelssplit between two lead sets (GROUP 1 and GROUP 2).

The first lead in each set is identified by blue insulation, and the remaining seven leads are gray. All leads include aground connection at the tip. You can connect the probe leads separately to the target system, or group the leads togetherusing the probe tip holders.


Appendix D

Connecting the probe to the oscilloscopeConnect the probe as shown in the illustration below.

1. Insert the probe label-side up into the connector on the oscilloscope.

2. To remove the probe, squeeze the buttons on the side and pull out the probe.


Appendix D

Connecting the probe to your circuitAttach the probe to the circuit using the connectors and adapters shown on the back of these instructions. Select the bestmethod for your needs, and then proceed to Setting up the Probe.

Setting up the probe

To set and view the digital channel parameters, do the following:

On MSO/DPO5000 Series instruments, select Vertical>Digital Setup or push the D15-D0 button.

On MSO/DPO4000B Series instruments, push the D15–D0 button.

The parameters listed below can be set on each digital channel:

Threshold voltage and vertical position (the default threshold setting is 1.4 V)

Signal height and position (set once for all 16 channels)

Channel label

To set and view bus characteristics, do the following:

On MSO/DPO5000 Series instruments, use the controls in the Bus Setup menu.

On MSO/DPO4000B Series instruments, push the B1 to B4 buttons.

The setup screens allow you to set and view bus characteristics such as:

Clock type

Bus type (Serial or Parallel)

Bus width

Display format (Hex, Binary, or ASCII symbols)

Parallel bus setup information is resident on some oscilloscope models. However, for other buses such as SPI and I2C, youmust have the appropriate option. See your oscilloscope manual or product data sheet for nomenclature and ordering details.

Functional checkLogic activity immediately displays on all connected, active channels. If you do not see an active signal:

1. Push the Trigger button.

2. Select Edge for trigger type.

3. Select the channel that you are setting up as the source.

4. On MSO/DPO4000B Series instruments, push the Autoset button.

If you do not see an active signal, try another probe channel (or analog probe) to verify circuit activity at the test point.


Appendix D

Typical application1. Use the P6616 probe to view digital signals on a system bus.

2. Use an analog probe, such as the TPP0500 or TPP1000 passive probe to view analog waveform information.

AccessoriesThe following standard accessories ship with the probe and are shown in the illustration on the following page.

Item Description Quantity Part number

— Logic probe accessory kit Item 1–6 020-2662-XX

1 Extension ground tip 1 set of 20 020-2711-XX

2 Probe tip 1 set of 10 131-5638-11

3 IC grabber 1 set of 20 020-2733-XX

4 Probe tip holder 2 ea 352-1115-XX

5 8” Ground lead 1 set of 2 020-2713-XX

6 3” Ground lead 1 set of 8 020-2712-XX

Instructions 1 1 ea 071-2831-XX

1 Instructions are included with the probe, but not in the accessory kit.The instructions can be downloaded at www.tektronix.com/manuals.

These optional accessories can be ordered for your probe:

Description Part number

P6960 Probe D-MAX Footprint to Square Pin Header Adapter NEX-P6960PIN


Appendix D

SpecificationsTable 4: Electrical and mechanical specifications

Characteristic Description

Input channels 16 digital

Input resistance 100 kΩ ±1.0%

Input capacitance 3.0 pF

Input signal swing

Minimum 400 mV p-p

Maximum 30 V p-p, ≤200 MHz (centered around the DC threshold voltage) at theprobe tip

10 V p-p, ≥200 MHz (centered around the DC threshold voltage) at theprobe tip

Maximum nondest–ructive input signal

±42 V

User defined threshold range ±40 V

Minimum detectable pulse width 1 ns

Digital channel-to-digital channel skew

200 ps

Probe length 1.0 m (3.28 ft)

Table 5: Environmental specifications

Characteristic Description

Temperature

Operating 0 °C to +50 °C (+32 °F to +122 °F)

Nonoperating –55 °C to +75 °C (–67 °F to +167 °F)

Humidity

Operating 5% to 95% relative humidity

Nonoperating 10% to 95% relative humidity

Altitude

Operating 4.6 km (15,092 ft) maximum

Nonoperating 15 km (50,000 ft) maximum

Equipment Recycling. This product complies with the European Union’s requirements according to Directive2002/96/EC on waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE). For more information about recyclingoptions, check the Support/Service section of the Tektronix Web site (www.tektronix.com).


Appendix D

Safety summaryTo avoid potential hazards, use this probe only as specified.

Connect and disconnect properly. Connect the probe output to the measurement instrument before connectingthe probe to the circuit under test. Disconnect the probe input and the probe ground from the circuit under test beforedisconnecting the probe from the measurement instrument.

Observe all terminal ratings. To avoid fire or shock hazard, observe all ratings and markings on the product. Consultthe product manual for further ratings information before making connections to the product.

Do not operate without covers. Do not touch exposed connections and components when power is present.

Avoid exposed circuitry. Do not touch exposed connections and components when power is present.

Do not operate with suspected failures. If you suspect there is damage to this product, have it inspected by qualifiedservice personnel.

Do not operate in Wet/Damp conditions. Do Not Operate in an Explosive Atmosphere.


Safety terms and symbols in this manual.These terms may appear in this manual:



Symbols on the product. This symbol may appear on the product:


Appendix D

Contacting TektronixWeb site: www.tektronix.com

Phone: 1-800-833-9200

Address: Tektronix, Inc.Department or name (if known)14200 SW Karl BraunDrive P.O. Box 500Beaverton, OR 97077USA

Email: [email protected]

Warranty informationFor warranty information, go to www.tektronix.com/warranty.


Appendix D

Connecting the probe to the circuit


Appendix D


Index

Index

AAccessories, 1Acquisition

input channels anddigitizers, 35

sampling, 35Acquisition modes

changing, 39defined, 38

Action on eventsetup, 87

Add filteringuser definable, 131

Amplitude measurements, 119Analyzing waveforms, 117Application examples, 169Application software, 167ARM status light, 74Automatic trigger mode, 68Autoscroll, 104, 105Autoset, 34Autoset Undo, 35Average acquisition mode, 38

BB-Event scan, 78Bandwidth enhancement, 44Bandwidth limit, 45Bus, 174

configuring, 55setting up a bus, 50setting up a parallel bus, 53setting up a serial bus, 52

Buses, 174Button

D15 - D0, 56Play-pause, 107Set / Clear Mark, 109

CCalibration, 29CAN, 174CAN trigger

defined, 73Choosing a Trigger Type, 70Cleaning, 179

Color palettes, 99Communication

measurements, 121trigger, defined, 72

Control panel, 16Control panel map, 23Copying, 164Coupling

trigger, 69Cross Hair graticule style, 97Cursor measurements, 126

DD15 - D0 button, 56Date and time, 98Default setup, 33Delayed trigger, 69, 75Diagnostics, 28Digital channels

analog characteristics, 57setting up, 49signal input, 48

Digital waveformssaving, 157

Displaycolors, 100objects, 98persistence, 93style, 92

Display map, 21Display Remote, 10Documentation, xivDots

displaying waveform recordpoints as, 92

DSP Bandwidth enhancement, 44Dual monitor, 11

EE-mail on event

setup, 89E-mail on trigger, 88Edge trigger

defined, 72Enhanced bandwidth, 44Envelope acquisition mode, 38Error detector, 136

ESDpreventing, 5

Examples, 169Export See SavingExtended desktop, 11, 172Exterior cleaning, 179

FFast Acquisition, 43, 169FastAcq/WfmDB palette, 99FastFrame, 59

Frame finder, 62Force trigger, 68Frame graticule style, 97Front panel map, 16Full graticule style, 97

GGate width and resolution

bandwidth, 135Gating, 122Glitch trigger

defined, 72Glitches

capturing, 38, 43, 169triggering on, 69

Graticule styles, 97Grid graticule style, 97

HH Bars cursor, 126Hard copy, 166Help, 26Hi Res acquisition mode, 38Histogram

saving, 162Histogram measurements, 120Histogram setup, 128Horizontal delay, 91Horizontal marker, 102Horizontal mode

selection, 40Horizontal position

and math waveforms, 132defined, 32


Index

Horizontal scaleand math waveforms, 132

How tomanage long record length

waveforms, 106search through and add marks

to waveforms, 108use MagniVu, 56use Wave Inspector, 106

II2C, 174Incoming inspection, 28Infinite persistence, 93Installation, 1Instrument setup

recalling, 159saving, 158

Intensified samplesdisplaying waveforms as, 92

Interface map, 21Interpolation, 37, 95iView, 178

KKnob

pan, 107zoom, 106

LLabel, 96

bus, 50digital channel, 49screen text, 96

Limit testing, 145Linear interpolation, 95Lock zoomed waveforms, 104, 105Lock, standard laptop, 10Logic analyzer

correlating data, 178Long record length

management, 106

MMagniVu, 56Main trigger, 69, 75Mark, 108, 109, 111

Maskautofit, 143autoset, 143, 144margin tolerance, 143pass/fail testing, 144saving, 161

Mask testing, 142Math

arbitrary filters, 131colors, 100editor, 130waveforms, 130

Measurements, 117accuracy, 35annotation, 124cursor, 126customizing, 122defined, 119reference levels, 125saving, 160snapshot, 123, 124statistics, 123

Menus, 27MIPI CSI-2, 174MIPI DSI-1, 174Monochrome gray color palette, 99Monochrome green color palette, 99More measurements, 120Multiple zoom areas, 102MultiScope Trigger, 64MultiView zoom, 100MyScope

editing, 152new control window, 147using, 151

NNetwork connection, 10Normal color palette, 99Normal trigger mode, 68

OObjects

display, 98Online help, 26OpenChoice

example, 172Operating specifications, 2Operating system restore, 14Overlay frames, 60

PPan, 106, 107

knob, 107Parallel, 174Pattern lock trigger, 72Pattern trigger

defined, 72Pause, 107Peak Detect acquisition mode, 38Persistence

display, 93Pinpoint Triggers, 68Play, 107Play-pause button, 107Play-pause mode, 107Posttrigger, 68, 69Power

removing, 9Power off, 8Power on, 6Power supply, 6Predefined math expressions, 130Predefined spectral math

expressions, 133Pretrigger, 68, 69Preventing ESD, 5Print, 166Probe

calibration, 35compensation, 35deskew, 35P6616, 188TPP0500, 181TPP1000, 181

RRandom noise, 38Readout

trigger, 74READY status light, 74Rear panel map, 18Recall

setup, 159waveforms, 156

Record view palette, 99Reference colors, 100Reference levels, 125Related documentation, xivRemote Display, 10Removing power, 9Right-click menu, 27Roll mode, 47


Index

Roll mode interactions, 47Runt trigger

defined, 72

SSafety Summary, vSample acquisition mode, 38Sampling

equivalent-time, 36interpolated real-time, 36real-time, 35

Sampling processdefined, 35

Savinghistogram data, 162masks, 161measurements, 160screen captures, 153setup, 158timestamps, 163waveforms, 154

Saving digital waveforms, 157Screen cursor, 126Screen shots

saving, 153Screen text, 96Scroll zoomed waveforms, 104, 105Search, 108, 109, 111Security lock, 10Segmented memory, 59Sequential triggering, 75Serial, 174Serial error detector, 136Serial mask testing, 142Serial trigger

defined, 72Set / Clear Mark button, 109Setup/Hold trigger

defined, 72Shortcut menu, 27Side panel map, 18Signal input, 31Sin(x)/x interpolation, 95Single sequence, 40Snapshot, 123, 124Software

latest release, 180optional, 167version, 180

Specificationsoperating, 2power supply, 6

Spectral analysis, 133Spectral grading color palette, 99Spectral math expression

advanced, 134SPI, 174Start an acquisition, 40State trigger

defined, 72Statistics, 123Stop an acquisition, 40

TTekLink, 64Temperature grading color

palette, 99Termination voltge, 46Time measurements, 119Time Stamps, 60

defined, 59Timeout trigger

defined, 72Timestamp

saving, 163Transition trigger

defined, 72TRIG'D status light, 74Trigger

B-Event scan, 78concepts, 68coupling, 69E-mail on trigger, 88forcing, 68holdoff, 68level, 69modes, 68MultiScope Trigger, 64parallel bus, 81, 174posttrigger, 68, 69pretrigger, 68, 69readout, 74selections, 72serial bus, 84, 174slope, 69status, 74types, 72visual trigger, 85

Trigger eventdefined, 68

Trigger level markers, 98Trigger Position, 77

UUndo Last Autoset, 35User defined color palette, 99User marks, 108User preferences, 35

VV Bars cursor, 126Variable persistence, 93Vectors

displaying waveforms as, 92Vertical position, 32Vertical position and autoset, 35Video

Lines, 177Video trigger

defined, 73Video triggering, 176Visual Trigger, 85

WWave Inspector, 106Waveform

analyzing, 117cursors, 126display style, 92pan, 106, 107pause, 107play, 107play-pause, 107recalling, 156saving, 154search and mark, 108user marks, 108zoom, 106

Waveform database acquisitionmode, 38

Waveform recorddefined, 37

Width triggerdefined, 72

Window triggerdefined, 72

XX-Y display format, 94X-Y-Z display format, 94


Index

YY-T display format, 94

ZZoom, 100, 106

graticule size, 107knob, 106

Zoom graticule size, 101


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